The Butler Institute for Families at the University of Denver Graduate School of Social Work aims to create equitable, effective and innovative systems in which children, youth and families thrive. We work throughout Colorado and nationwide to provide human services research, evaluation, capacity building, workforce development and consultation in the areas of early childhood, child welfare, tribal child welfare and behavioral health. By strengthening systems and programs using a racial equity lens, we enhance the well-being of children, youth and families.