The Child Welfare Initiative is committed to improving long-term outcomes for children and families, building on the strengths of families, and assuring the safety, health, and well-being of children. CWI implements programs and practices that produce measurable improvements in the lives of children and families involved in child welfare systems. Through innovative partnerships with public and private entities, the Child Welfare Initiative creates new programs that better the life-long opportunities and outcomes for children impacted by the child welfare systems.