Expertise in evaluating and implementing psychosocial methods. We produce evidence-based information on the effectiveness of psychosocial methods. We evaluate methods, that is, interventions, and support the implementation of methods that have been proven to be effective.

We support the reform of activities that increase the wellbeing of children, young people and families through research. The aim is to increase the coping of children, young people and families with children and to build a smooth everyday life. Itla carries out collective impact work together with the University of Oulu.

We are renewing the leadership skills that promote the wellbeing of children, young people and families. With our Childhood Builders leadership training progammes, we strengthen people-oriented and meta-skilful leadership, the building of cross-sectoral ecosystems, inclusiveness and the capacity for renewal.

Itla has several research and development projects, such as the project for national implementation competence to support the growth of children and young people (Early Intervention KI). We are also involved in the PANDEMICS and YOUNG programmes funded by the Strategic Research Council.