Kindex
Strengthens CYACs across Canada
Kindex Research and Knowledge Centre generates evidence and mobilizes knowledge that informs policy, improves practice, and strengthens outcomes for children, youth and their families who have experienced abuse and neglect.
With over 40 CYACs across Canada, there was a tremendous opportunity to increase collaboration and impact amongst CYACs, provincially and nationally. Rooted in our shared goals, and commitment to innovation, partnership, and excellence, CYAC practitioners and academics joined forces to establish Kindex.
About CYACs
An integrated response to child abuse and neglect
Experiences of child abuse and neglect vary in severity, frequency, and the type of investigation needed. This can be overwhelming for children and their families to navigate. CYACs are recognized as the leading model for responding to child abuse and neglect because they facilitate a multidisciplinary response to child abuse and neglect. The heart of CYACs is to integrate system partners and professionals with expertise in law enforcement, child protection, prosecution, mental health, medical, and victim advocacy to wrap around the child or youth. This approach ensures that children, youth and their families are not left to navigate multiple systems alone.
Driving change through research and knowledge
Together, we equip CYAC leaders, practitioners, and policymakers to make evidence-informed decisions to support Canadian children, youth, and their families who have experienced abuse and neglect.
We generate evidence
We produce rigorous, context-specific research and knowledge that addresses the unique challenges faced by CYACs across Canada. This evidence guides the development of effective interventions, policies, and programs for CYACs.
Explore current researchWe build data capacity
We are committed to establishing robust data collection and evaluation processes to ensure the effectiveness and sustainability of CYACs. These practices will enable us to conduct rigorous research, demonstrate impact, advocate for systems change, and strengthen evidence-informed practices.
Learn about building data capacityWe advance practice
Our goal is to build on leading practices as well as develop and disseminate practice supports that are accessible, practical, and directly applicable to the work of CYACs.
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Land Acknowledgement
Kindex acknowledges the Indigenous Peoples of the lands across our country that we are on today. We recognize the unique role of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit as the original stewards of this land and embrace the principles of reconciliation. For Kindex, reconciliation is a collective and ongoing journey of listening to and learning from the wisdom of Indigenous communities and leaders. We commit to research and knowledge practices that both acknowledge the past and contribute to a future where justice, healing, and unity are at the forefront.