Child & Youth Services (CYS) is a program under Army MWR that supports military families by providing quality childcare and youth programs globally. With over 11,000 staff members serving more than 200,000 children worldwide, CYS helps reduce the conflict between mission readiness and parental responsibility. CYS offers a range of services including Child Development Centers, Family Child Care, School Age Centers, and youth sports programs.
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1About Child & Youth Services (CYS) - Army MWR
Mission
CYS supports the Army Family by offering quality programs for children, youth, and students, reducing the conflict between mission readiness and parental responsibility.
Vision
To deliver the most important clients in the world — military families and their kids — with quality, affordable, and accessible childcare and youth programs on a global scale.
Values
- Quality — providing high-standard programs and child care
- Availability — ensuring access to child care options and youth programs
- Affordability — making services accessible for Soldiers and the Army
- Accountability — taking responsibility for actions and outputs
Principles
- Support military families by alleviating the tension between parental duties and mission readiness
- Maintain a well-trained, professional staff dedicated to family and child well-being
- Serve military families and children as the highest priority clients
- Provide globally consistent and reliable child and youth services