Research Centre for Family Education at AoFE

Vision

The Research Centre for Family Education at AoFE aspires to be a globally recognised hub for high-quality prevention and intervention research that transforms family education. By bridging cutting-edge research with practical applications, we aim to empower families, educators, and policymakers to create environments where children can thrive socially, emotionally, and cognitively.

Mission

Our mission is to advance evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies to enhance the wellbeing of Chinese families. We focus on three core pillars:

1. Social-Emotional Wellbeing: Developing preventions/interventions that cultivate resilience, mindfulness, and prosocial behaviours in children and adolescents, equipping them to navigate life’s challenges.
2. Cognitive and Academic Growth: Designing inclusive, evidence-based tools and strategies to overcome learning barriers and promote lifelong intellectual curiosity.
3. Family-School-Community Collaboration: Strengthening partnerships between families, schools, and communities to build supportive ecosystems for holistic child development.

Through rigorous research, cross-sector partnerships, and scalable solutions, we strive to set new standards for family education in China and beyond.

Long-Term Impact and Outcomes

Over the next five years, the Research Centre for Family Education at AoFE aims to achieve transformative outcomes in the following areas:

• Scalable Interventions: The centre will produce a portfolio of scalable, low-cost interventions¡ªsuch as digital platforms, teacher training programs, and family workshops¡ªthat can be adapted across diverse socioeconomic contexts. These tools will empower families and educators to support children¡¯s development effectively.
• Global Leadership: By publishing high-impact studies and fostering international collaborations, we will position AoFE as a thought leader in family education research. Our work will contribute to global conversations about child development, mental health, and inclusive education.
• Sustainable Ecosystems: Through partnerships with schools, NGOs, and industry leaders, we will build sustainable ecosystems that integrate research into everyday practice. This includes training the next generation of researchers and practitioners to carry forward our mission.

Contact us via RCFE@gdsqbz.com