Join Us for a Special Joint Member Call to Advance Early Childhood Policy in Ohio!

When early childhood educators unite, powerful things happen. You’re invited to a special joint member virtual meeting bringing together Ohio AEYC and SWOAEYC members with some of the most influential voices in early childhood policy from the Ohio Department of Children and Youth (DCY), Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA), Groundwork Ohio, and NAEYC.

What You’ll Learn:

• Latest policy developments impacting early childhood education in Ohio
• Current advocacy opportunities and how YOU can get involved
• Strategic initiatives to strengthen early childhood programs statewide
• Ways to amplify your voice in policy discussions that matter

Featuring updates and information from:

• Kara Wente, Director, Ohio Department of Children and Youth
• Lynanne Gutierrez, President & CEO, Groundwork Ohio
• Judith Santmire, Chief Operating Officer, OCCRRA
• Paola Andujar, Senior Policy Specialist, NAEYC
• Gwen Simmons, Senior Director, Affiliate Relations, NAEYC
• Troy Hunter, Governing Board Member, NAEYC