Illinois: Prevention Initiative

ZERO TO THREE’s Newest State Policy Initiative

Families have tremendous knowledge about the issues facing communities and the policy changes needed for young children to thrive. But their voices are often not included where policy and advocacy ag…

This webinar explored how Early Head Start and Head Start meet the unique needs of families with young children over time. Panelists discussed barriers and opportunities related to expanding and impr…

On September 28th, the House Democrats released an updated version of the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act which includes many critical supports for families. The…

Chief Policy Officer Myra Jones-Taylor calls attention to the urgent need of our youngest children amid the Congressional response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

On April 19, 2022 Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the Illinois FY 2023 spending plan HB900. Included in the state’s budget for the coming year is increased funding for evidence-based home visiting prog…

Ensuring an equitable start for all babies requires understanding the influence of race, ethnicity, and racism in the lives of babies and families. As a result of the longstanding history of systemic…

In March 2021, Illinois Governor, JB Pritzker, signed a historic legislative package designed to eliminate sources of systemic racism and advance more equitable practices in multiple areas of the sta…

Thanks to dedicated advocates and policymakers, babies and their families around the country will benefit from state budget boosts in the upcoming year.

Town Square connects FCC professionals to resources to help them provide high quality care and encourages peer-to-peer sharing through a member-only area. Resources are provided in a variety of forma…