The central mission of the Auburn University Center for Children, Youth, and Families (CCYF) is characterized by the College of Human Sciences' motto – Science for a Quality Life. Our goal is to put into practice Auburn University’s commitment to (1) generating knowledge, (2) utilizing research-based information to solve complex problems affecting individuals and families, and (3) engaging local, state, and national organizations to serve as partners in this effort. We believe that it is only through partnerships and sharing the University’s intellectual capital with the people who most need it – parents, teachers, students, grassroots professionals, policymakers, researchers, and others–that we can make an impact on improving the quality of life of our citizens.

The CCYF is comprised of the Auburn University Early Learning Center, the Harris Early Learning Center of Birmingham, the Marriage and Family Therapy Center, as well as the HDFS Cooperative Extension Team and a research consortium comprised of faculty members studying a variety of issues relevant to children, youth, and families. The CCYF also has an extensive portfolio on research and public engagement activities.