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Influencing State Policy
We help lead a coalition of advocates fighting for increased state investments in early childhood programs and services. Our policy recommendations are research-based and centered on the lived experiences of families and educators.
Influencing State Policy
We help lead a coalition of advocates fighting for increased state investments in early childhood programs and services. Our policy recommendations are research-based and centered on the lived experiences of families and educators.
The Latest
Early Childhood Matters: A Perspective from Ruby Takanishi
In this first installment of our ongoing Early Childhood Matters series, we're highlighting work from nationally recognized early childhood expert Dr. Ruby Takanishi. Dr. Takanishi is a senior research fellow with the Early and Elementary Education Policy Program...
Help Stop Proposed Changes to the Public Charge Rule
This collection of resources explains the Trump Administration's proposed expansion of the public charge determination and the impact it would have on immigrant families and communities. We have included a link to submit your public comment in opposition to this...
An Interview with Oregon Representative John Lively
As we prepare for the 2019 legislative session, we spoke with Oregon Representative John Lively, a democrat representing Springfield, District 12. He has lived in Springfield for more than 50 years but was born in LaGrande and grew up in Wallowa. He has served on...
Mission
We move research to action by promoting cost-effective public and private investments in our youngest children prenatal through third grade.
Key Topics
We’re focused on issues that matter for young children and families: child care and early education, health care, and support for parents and the early education workforce.
You Can Make A Difference
You can help us ensure that every child in Oregon has the best start in life.
You Can Make A Difference
You can help us ensure that every child in Oregon has the best start in life.
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