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At the UVic School of Child & Youth Care, we believe that care is not neutral—it’s political, relational and deeply powerful. Our work is grounded in the belief that every child and youth deserves to grow up in a world that values their voice, honours their identity and supports their well-being.

Whether you are a student, educator, practitioner or community partner, you’ll find a welcoming, forward-thinking community committed to building more equitable futures for children, youth, families and communities.

Contact us

General inquiries

Phone: 250-721-7979
Fax: 250-721-7218

Office hours

Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Mailing address

School of Child and Youth Care
University of Victoria
P.O. Box 1700, STN CSC
Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2
Canada

Courier or in-person address

School of Child and Youth Care
HSD B102a
3800 Finnerty Road (Ring Road)
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC, V8P 5C2

Our team

A group photo of the CYC staff team, pictured outside the HSD building on a sunny day. They are standing, facing the camera, and smiling warmly.
Our team members, pictured left to right: Crystal James, Brooke De Maiffe, Mandeep Kaur Mucina, Alexandra Martin, and Caroline Green.
School of Child & Youth Care administrative team
Position Name
Director, School of Child & Youth Care Dr. Mandeep Kaur Mucina
Assistant to the Director Leo Jiang
Academic Administrative Officer Alexandra Martin
Undergraduate Advisor Brooke De Maiffe
Practicum Coordinators Amanda Duke
Crystal James
Undergraduate Advising & Program Assistant Margo McCanney 
Graduate Program Assistant Caroline Green
Undergraduate Program Assistants Sierra Jasper
Chloe Cookson

News & stories

Our students, faculty and alumni are doing incredible things! Explore news and stories from the School of Child & Youth Care.

Vision & mission

Our vision

To be a leader in child and youth care education, research, and practice that promotes social justice, decolonization, and collective well-being. We envision a world where children and youth are valued, safe, and supported to thrive—where communities are resourced, relationships are rooted in respect, and systems are reimagined through an equity lens.

Our mission

To educate practitioners and scholars who are grounded in relational, ethical, and socially responsive practice; to produce research that transforms policy, challenges injustice, and supports communities; and to engage meaningfully with partners in ways that are reciprocal, accountable, and culturally grounded.

Our core values

Justice & Equity

We are committed to anti-racism, decolonization, and challenging systemic oppression in all its forms.

Relational Practice

We center care, connection, and mutual accountability in all aspects of teaching, research, and community engagement.

Respect for Diverse Knowledges

We value multiple ways of knowing, including Indigenous, community-based, and lived-experience wisdom.

Collaboration & Community

We recognize that lasting change happens in relationships between students, partners, families, and the land.

Integrity & Accountability

We hold ourselves to high standards of honesty, ethical practice, and responsibility to those we serve. 

CYC Student Society

The CYCSS is a supportive, student-run society dedicated to building community and promoting the CYC profession. Through shared experience, we help students feel more connected, empowered, and supported throughout their studies.

We meet bi-weekly to share stories, advice, and encouragement. Our quarterly social events offer time to relax, connect, and celebrate being part of the CYC community.

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Our history

For over 40 years, we’ve been a national and international leader in the field of child and youth care. Our alumni are frontline practitioners, policymakers, educators and changemakers, working every day to build more just and caring communities.