National policies affect every aspect of families' lives and can promote equity across states to ensure all infant and toddlers have the best opportunity to thrive.
Congress and the Administration could do more to improve our threadbare systems for supporting the health and well-being of young children and families. The ZERO TO THREE federal policy team works to influence decisions made at the national level and offers resources that identify policy opportunities to bolster the supports available to this country’s youngest children and their families, and to lay a strong foundation for our future.
Introducing Building for Babies: State Policy Self-Assessment Suite
Infants and toddlers have complex needs. This state policy self-assessment is meant to serve as a grounding tool in infant-toddler policy for states.
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Open Letter
A Journey of Research to Policy: Championing Equity and Well-being in Early Childhood
Walter shares how one powerful moment perfectly encapsulates his lifelong commitment to advocating for the well-being of babies and their families, reminding him that even the smallest actions can have a profound impact on the future of a child.
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What’s in the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Proposals for Babies?
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Be a Big Voice for Little Kids
Bring attention to what babies and their families need to thrive.