Decision-making without data is a recipe for costly mistakes. As leaders work to maximize the opportunities of a North American partnership, they need to consider a key factor—the future of the continent’s children and youth. Security and prosperity are more complex than improving transportation across borders and developing common industrial standards. They require a sus- tainable plan for the future of children and youth. Investing in this now will help ensure that North America is “the safest and best place to live” for all of our children and youth. .