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Happy Filipino American History Month (FAHM)! This October, we celebrate and acknowledge the enduring legacy and life-changing contributions made by Filipino Americans in the U.S. and across #LACounty! This year, Filipino American History Month focuses on “Struggle, Resistance, Solidarity, and Resilience,” a theme that underscores the indomitable spirit of the Filipino American community. Learn more about Filipino American history and check out local #FAHM events ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g_7Pt-Jg

A champion for girls and women in the City of Los Angeles!🏆 First 5 LA’s incoming Vice President of Community Engagement & Policy, Aurea Montes-Rodriguez has been named a Pioneer Woman of the Year by Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department the City of Los Angeles Commission on the Status of Women. Nominated by Mayor Karen Bass, Aurea is recognized for promoting equity for women and children across the City of L.A. and for serving as a trailblazer for future generations of women leaders. Join us in congratulating Aurea for this prestigious recognition.

“A Sisterhood for Saving Lives.” We’re proud to present the third story in our ‘Building the Village’ series, dedicated to highlighting the important work of Black Infants and Families, supported by First 5 LA and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, in combating the Black maternal and infant mortality crisis in L.A. County. Learn more about the Santa Clarita and San Fernando Valley Community Action Team (CAT) and how they have cultivated a “sisterhood of support,” facilitating equitable access to resources and safe health spaces for Black families. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gns-zS46

Have you registered for UNITE-LA’s rescheduled virtual Education Means Business series, in partnership with First 5 LA, on Wednesday Sept. 25? Join State Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson, Chair of the Budget Subcommittee No. 2 on Human Services, Pedro Salcido, Deputy Superintendent, Business services and Operations, at Los Angeles Unified School District, and Jorge Marquez, Chair of the Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board for a dynamic conversation on the state of California’s current and future fiscal landscape and its impacts on education. Register now for this important conversation: https://bit.ly/3Z0zFHb

Happy #HispanicHeritageMonth! This year, we proudly reflect on the tremendous leaders and innovators within the Hispanic community, such as Dolores Huerta and Ellen Ochoa. Their dedication to change and their resilience inspires our commitment to a future where every child in L.A. County is born healthy and thrives. Learn more about Hispanic Heritage Month activities and local resources ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g8mjD_UB

First 5 LA congratulates Maria Cabildo on her appointment as the Durfee Foundation’s new CEO. We greatly admire and share in Maria’s vision of advancing equity for historically disadvantaged communities and making Los Angeles a place where everyone can thrive.

Today, First 5 LA, in partnership with the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation (MAOF) and the Child Care Alliance of Los Angeles, hosted Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco (AD-62) at the MAOF Downey Child Care Center. The Assemblywoman got to experience how the center is supporting children and families with a whole-child, whole-family approach to early learning by connecting with students during story-time, sharing a meal, and talking with the dedicated caregivers who nurture the children daily. The visit is one of several visits of MAOF family child care homes across Bell Gardens.

How do multilayered effects of racism affect the early care and education workforce? Register now for this kickoff webinar on Sept. 26, 6:30 - 8:30 pm P.T. to learn more about CSCCE's recent report. Sign up at https://ow.ly/qf8650TjvhH The second convening on October 10 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm, will feature small group discussions. They'll focus on identifying the steps we can take to dismantle the deeply entrenched racial injustices within the system. Co-hosted by Partnerships for Education, Articulation and Coordination through Higher Education (PEACH) and the Center for the Study of Child Care Employment (CSCCE) at UC Berkeley.

First 5 LA congratulates Kim Johnson on her appointment by Governor Newsom and we look forward to partnering with her to strengthen the resources and services that support the health and well-being of our state’s youngest children and families.

Please join us in welcoming newly appointed CalHHS Secretary Kim Johnson to this new role. 📲 https://bit.ly/3Xxtt8p