Inciting from Within: A Comprehensive Early Learning Leadership Framework as a Lever for Systems Change
This PowerPoint, from the 2018 BUILD QRIS Conference, summarizes the Lastinger Center's Leadership Framework.
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The Equity Leaders Action Network Ripple Effects
Report June 1, 2021
The Equity Leaders Action Network (ELAN) is BUILD’s fellowship program to support state- and county-level early childhood leaders committed to advancing toward racial equity. It was created in response to four challenges reflected in early childhood program, entities, and organizations: racism, fragmented early childhood systems, lack of community and beneficiary voices, and a dearth of policy leadership intentionally committed to racial equity. This brief summarizes the ripple effects of the project.
NCIT Hub State Spotlight: New Mexico
Article January 28, 2021
Rebecca Baran-Rees and Kate Noble of Growing Up New Mexico highlight the state’s work to support PN-3 children and families.
Early Childhood Education Amid COVID-19: Rebuilding Better for Black and Latino Children
Policy Agenda November 1, 2020
The many impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic emphasize the critical importance of early childhood education. NBCDI and UnidosUS recognize this time as a critical opportunity to rebuild ECE better: to prioritize and increase investments in the field, with a focus on equity and diversity, while continuing to emphasize and increase quality. This report contains joint policy recommendations developed and disseminated by NBCDI and UnidosUS.