What We Offer

Project Overviews

Project 1: Developing Practical Assessment Tools

Project lead: Robbie Duschinsky, Professor, (University of Cambridge (UK) )

This project focuses on creating scientifically validated, easy-to-use tools for assessing caregiving and child attachment behaviours. These tools will be designed for real-world settings, helping practitioners quickly identify behaviours requiring intervention. Practitioners will also receive “train-the-trainer” workshops, enabling widespread use of these tools across different service settings.

Project 2: Building a Knowledge Transfer Hub (KT-Hub)

Project lead: Audrey-Ann Deneault, Assistant Professor (Université de Montréal (CA))

A central online hub will be created to share resources, tools, and training materials with professionals and caregivers. Practitioners can access research-based resources and interact in Q&A forums, while caregivers will find accessible videos, articles, and practical guides on supporting child development. This hub will also gather user feedback to continuously enhance its offerings, making it a valuable, interactive resource for a wide audience.

Project 3: Building Intersectoral Learning and Collaboration

Project Lead: Miriam Steele, Professor (New School for Social Research (USA))

This project fosters knowledge-sharing and collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and caregivers:

Communities of Practice (CoPs): Local and virtual groups for practitioners will meet regularly to discuss caregiving practices, allowing knowledge-sharing and the practical application of research in a supportive environment.

Journal Club: A quarterly journal club will allow participants to discuss current caregiving research. Prioritized articles will focus on diversity and inclusion (EDI), supporting ongoing education with credits for participation.

Applied Conference on Caregiving and Attachment: A hybrid conference will gather professionals to discuss and advance research on caregiving. The event will offer networking, mentorship, and a variety of sessions on cultural and developmental diversity.

Special Journal Issue: Following each conference, a special issue of the “Attachment and Human Development” journal will feature practical research articles. Each issue will be open-access and include lay summaries and video briefs, ensuring findings reach a broad audience.

Project 4: Developing a Training Platform

Project Lead: Chaya Kulkarni, Director (Infant and Early Mental Health Promotion)

This project will create an online training course, combining research on caregiving with practical skills. The course will feature virtual reality simulations, allowing participants to practice skills in realistic settings. It will be accessible and free, particularly for practitioners in regions with limited resources, with continuing education credits available to encourage participation.

Project 5: Empowering Trainees

Project Lead: Gina Dimitropoulos, Associate Professor ( University of Calgary (CA)) and Marissa Nivison, Post Doctoral Fellow ( University of Calgary (CA))

This project supports trainees in gaining practical research experience and professional connections:

Attachment Research Mentorship (ARM): This mentorship program will connect trainees with scholars and practitioners for hands-on experience in caregiving research. Each mentorship pairing will include a trainee, an academic mentor, and a practitioner or policymaker. At least 40% of mentorships will support trainees from marginalized backgrounds or low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The program includes professional development workshops and regular check-ins, fostering a supportive learning environment.

Research Exchanges: Trainees will have opportunities for research exchanges to work on applied projects with Consortium members, enhancing their practical skills and professional networks.

Trainee Scholarships: Scholarships will be provided to help trainees attend the annual Applied Conference, supporting their engagement with the research community

Progress Reports

In this section of the website, we will share future progress reports detailing the ongoing achievements, milestones, and outcomes of the CARE Collaboration projects. These reports provide comprehensive updates on our initiatives, including key activities, emerging findings, and their real-world impact. By sharing our progress transparently, we aim to keep our partners, stakeholders, and the broader community informed about how we are advancing our mission to support caregiving and attachment globally.

Collaborations

In this section of the website, we provide information about the collaborative efforts driving the CARE Collaboration projects. We highlight the partnerships, interdisciplinary teamwork, and shared contributions that make our initiatives possible. By fostering strong collaborations with researchers, practitioners, and organizations worldwide, we strive to create impactful solutions that advance caregiving and attachment practices globally.

Research Outcomes

In this section of the website, visitors will find research outcomes generated by the CARE Collaboration projects. These outcomes showcase key findings, evidence-based insights, and innovative solutions that contribute to advancing knowledge in caregiving and attachment. By sharing this research, the goal is to inform practice, influence policy, and create meaningful improvements in the lives of children, families, and communities worldwide.