Leadership and excellence in child, youth and family services.

In Partnership with Members the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare ("The Centre") will:

• lead the membership in increasing the wellbeing of vulnerable and disadvantaged children, young people and their families
• implement the strategic directions set down by the current Board of Directors.

The Centre will be Recognised as:

• a source of commentary from the sector, driving public debate and bringing about positive government policies
• the place where children and young people are listened to
• the instigator of groundbreaking evidence-based research
• the place for Learning Circles, Policy/Practice Forums, networks and advice and information
• the place to find community services' resources, publications, best practice projects, training and quality assurance.

The Centre's Operating Principles

The Centre will:

• draw on the practice wisdom, experience, expertise and feedback of a robust membership
• work in partnership with government, universitites, institutions and people who share our vision