The Centre for Holistic Initiatives for Learning and Development (CHILD) was established under the umbrella of NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) with the Lien Foundation. In collaboration with other partners such as the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI), National University Hospital (NUH) and A*STAR Institute for Human Development and Potential (A*STAR IHDP), CHILD brings together experts in the field of translational research, child development, and implementation science to help give children the best start to life.