National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

Read this piece in Early Learning Nation co-authored by NAEYC CEO Michelle Kang and Isabelle Hau that explores how "when we nurture the relational foundations of our youngest learners by showing them love, we unlock their potential and, in turn, create a brighter future for us all." 

The Affiliate Advisory Council advises the NAEYC Governing Board and national staff about all issues related to Affiliates and members, and works to ensure that diverse, inclusive leadership pathways are present and accessible throughout the Affiliate Network and NAEYC.  The Council will appoint five new members in 2025 with terms beginning on 6/1/25 and ending 5/31/28. You can apply for the 2025 Council through March 14th at 5:00PM EST. For more information and to apply, please visit the Council’s page on the NAEYC website by visiting, https://lnkd.in/ebHeXPF8

Hundreds of early childhood educators, advocates, and allies made sure YOUR voices were heard on Capitol Hill, as they came from across the country to participate in NAEYC’s 2025 Public Policy Forum. We are deeply grateful for the incredible work ECE advocates do, each and every day, across all early learning settings and within communities nationwide. #AdvocacyInAction #naeycppf Read more highlights in our blog: https://lnkd.in/eAxbs3hU

Early childhood educators and the families they serve are being threatened by recent congressional actions. The House of Representatives advanced a budget resolution that threatens deep cuts to programs that many educators and families with young children rely on, including Medicaid, SNAP, Pell Grants, and other critical safety net programs. We urge you to take action now to tell your members of Congress to protect and invest in early childhood education, early childhood educators, and all families with young children. https://lnkd.in/gcSvHDiG

We are thrilled for you to join us on this exciting journey and look forward to supporting you throughout your membership! Make sure to login and explore your new Membership Portal including your CARES benefits and welcome basket items! Not a member yet? You can view our member benefits and info by visiting naeyc.org/membership

Celebrate Week of the Young Child® 2025 with us, happening April 5-11, 2025! To kick off the week, Music Monday is more than singing and dancing, it’s a way to encourage children to be active while developing their early literacy skills and having fun with friends and family! When children sing, dance, and listen to music, they develop their language and early literacy skills while being active and encouraging movement. For more information and WOYC resources visit NAEYC.org/events/woyc #WOYC25

Early childhood educators and the families they serve are being threatened by recent congressional actions. The House of Representatives recently advanced a budget resolution that threatens deep cuts to programs that many educators and families with young children rely on, including Medicaid, SNAP, Pell Grants, and other critical safety net programs. We urge you to take action now to tell your members of Congress to protect and invest in early childhood education, early childhood educators, and all families with young children. 💥Take action: https://lnkd.in/e_pQMfXk

This week, early childhood educators and advocates from across the country gathered in Washington D.C. at NAEYC's Public Policy Forum, to make their voices heard and shape the future of early learning. They met with legislators, shared their expertise, and championed policies that support young children, families, and the profession. This is what advocacy in action looks like! This is also the collective power of membership. Through Community, Advocacy, Resources, Events, and Support, NAEYC is equipping members with the tools, training, and connections to drive real change. Join us in moving the profession and high quality early learning forward. #AdvocacyinAction #CARES2025 #NAEYC #PublicPolicyForum

NAEYC's latest ECE workforce survey of more than 10,000 early childhood educators across the country illustrates how insufficient public investment in our early childhood education system burdens educators across all settings and the families they serve; and how it threatens to further reduce an already insufficient supply of quality child care and early learning programs. Read more: https://lnkd.in/egqYR7eX

As we end the month of February, we would like to honor the lasting impact of Black educators who have shaped early childhood education. Our newest blog highlights four legendary leaders in early childhood education, written by Dr. Jean Simpson and in collaboration with NAEYC's Black Caucus Interest Forum. You can read the blog by visiting https://lnkd.in/ei9gwVZ5