With the goal of supporting young children living in high HIV and AIDS prevalence areas to better realize their cognitive, social and physical potential, the Initiative is directed to three mutually reinforcing areas of work: ������ Building the capacity of caregivers and parents to meet the developmental needs of their young children; ������ Strengthening community-based organizations to ensure that families and young children receive quality early childhood development services; ������ Achieving more effective practice and policy through shared knowledge and advocacy.