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Traditional and Grassroots Advocates Join Forces in New Community of Practice
In February, the Alliance for Early Success and ZERO TO THREE launched the Emerging Leaders in Infant and Toddler Policy… In February, the Alliance for Early Success and ZERO TO THREE launched the Emerging Leaders in Infant and Toddler Policy Community of Practice (CoP). State…
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Policy and Advocacy Achievements for Babies in 2021
Thank you for being a Big Voice for Little Kids in 2021! Let's keep babies top of mind in… This year, babies and families have had powerful champions, with extraordinary results. Policymakers are learning about the potential of the first three years of life and…
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Addressing Bias and Advancing Equity in State Policy
Katrina Coburn, Kim Keating, and Jennifer Jennings-Shaffer, ZERO TO THREE, Washington, DC… Abstract This article explores the many ways in which states can and are addressing racial equity in problem solving and policymaking. The authors explore national data that make the case for addressing bias…
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An Outbreak of Creativity: Taking Action to Stay Connected With Children, Families, and Community During COVID-19
Dawn M. Curtin and Linda L. Wilson, The Enola Group, Inc. Morganton, North Carolina Abstract Early Head Start’s intensive home-… Dawn M. Curtin and Linda L. Wilson, The Enola Group, Inc. Morganton, North Carolina Abstract Early Head Start’s intensive home- and center-based comprehensive services include…
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Early Childhood Teachers’ Well-Being: What We Know and Why We Should Care
Kyong-Ah Kwon and Diane M. Horm, University of Oklahoma-Tulsa Chris Amirault, Tulsa Educare MacArthur, Tulsa, Oklahoma Abstract Researchers from the… Kyong-Ah Kwon and Diane M. Horm, University of Oklahoma-Tulsa Chris Amirault, Tulsa Educare MacArthur, Tulsa, Oklahoma Abstract Researchers from the Happy Teacher Project found that…
ZERO TO THREE Welcomes 2020-22 Fellowship Class
16 early childhood leaders worldwide to engage in 18-month transformative leadership experience. Washington, October 7, 2020 – ZERO TO THREE, the leading nonprofit… 16 early childhood leaders worldwide to engage in 18-month transformative leadership experience. Washington, October 7, 2020 – ZERO TO THREE, the leading nonprofit dedicated to ensuring all…