Partners
The Centre for Best Practices is proud to partner with:
About the Centre
The Centre for Best Practices was established in 2024 as a key resource within the Office of the New Brunswick Advocate, strengthening the province's advocacy framework.
The Centre's work is grounded in:
Research and data analysis to understand issues at their root
Consultation with experts and stakeholders to explore solutions
Collaboration with non-profits, the business community, government, and those with lived experience
The Centre works alongside the Advocate to address systemic issues before they reach crisis points, ensuring that children, youth, seniors, and vulnerable adults in New Brunswick receive the support and opportunities they deserve.
Purpose
Vision
A society where collaboration among governments, communities, organizations, and those with lived experience leads to policy solutions that improve the well-being of children, youth, and older adults.
Mission
To promote best practices and support the creation of effective policy solutions for children, youth, and older adults through research and community collaboration.
Values
Innovative thinking: Forward-thinking approaches to persistent challenges.
Evidence- and rights-based decision-making: Advocacy and recommendations are informed by the latest research and guided by a commitment to fundamental rights, ensuring the development of fair and effective policies.
Collaboration and action: Engage a wide range of partners to translate research into real-world solutions, driving meaningful and lasting change for communities.
The Centre's strategic plan is focused on four key pillars.
Advocacy and Outreach
Elevate voices of children, youth, and vulnerable populations by engaging key partners for policy change.
Research and Data-Driven Insights
Lead and support evidence- and rights-based research initiatives to drive informed policy development.
Multi-Sector
Collaboration
Strengthen multisector collaboration to address critical challenges and co-design solutions.
Knowledge
Transfer and Best
Practices
Establish a central hub for sharing research, promoting best practices, and fostering collective learning.