Early Learning

Kids are the Future

We are the only advocates for young children.

Brisandi Ruiz from Maryland talks about the importance of positive early learning experiences. Through the pandemic, she witnessed first hand a regression of her son’s development as a result of the challenges she faced finding high quality child care.

Learn more about the State of Babies Yearbook and how you can take action on behalf of young children.

Racial Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Building Strong Foundations for Families

Rooted in discriminatory policies throughout U.S. history, racial disparities exist across nearly every measure of wellbeing, including health, economic security, and access to early learning experiences. We know that strong policies can be a tool to disrupt and dismantle institutional racism, promote equity and ensure every child in every family gets a strong start.