“The child means the family, the child means the future, the child means the community…We want to find the most productive way to address African problems in a manner that reflects African perspectives.Our goal is to strengthen our understanding of African families and institutions so that they in turn can invest in their future, their children.” Dr. Steve Howard, Director, The Institute for the African Child

The Institute for the African Child (IAC)

1. Encourages holistic approaches to the understanding the children of Africa.
* Expands the conversation among African Studies across all academic disciplines.
* Seeks partnerships and affiliations with professional organizations focused on Africa's children.

2. Promotes research and advocacy for the children of Africa.
* Sponsors an annual international conference on Africa's children.
* Publishes an online, peer reviewed journal, Childhood in Africa: An Interdisciplinary Journal

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