We learn continuously
We learn continuously.
About
About Us
To inform, identify, and promote effective social policy and practice to improve the well‑being of children, youth, families, and communities.
Our Vision
Children, youth, and families thrive in respectful, safe, and supportive environments shaped by wise decisions.
Our Mission
To inform, identify, and promote effective social policy and practice to improve the well‑being of children, youth, families, and communities. We meet people where they are. We work with clients to clearly define the issues that they need to address, or opportunities they want to seize. Together, we ensure high quality evidence that informs wise decisions.
Our Values
We are collaborative
We are collaborative.
We are impactful
We are impactful.
We serve the social sector
We serve the social sector.
We commit to equity, diversity, and inclusion
We commit to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Our History
PolicyWise has a long, deep history that started in 2002 when the Government of Alberta recognized that healthy, thriving children living in supportive families and safe communities are critical to ensure a skilled, productive workforce for the future. We were established in 2003, at the same time as Alberta’s Promise and announced in that throne speech as the government’s commitment to operationalize the fifth Promise to Alberta’s Children – “Leadership and Innovation”. Over the years, our organization remained committed to our original mandate but grew in expertise and impact. We partnered with government, academic institutions and communities on significant initiatives such as the Child and Youth Data Lab, and have built a research data repository and analytics platform.
Leadership
→ Our Board of Directors (/our-board-of-directors/)
→ Our Team (/about/meet-our-team/)
→ Alberta’s Promise (/publications/2292-9436)