https://youtu.be/4dvahk67xDs There has been a lot of activity at the Capital this fall, so we wanted to send a quick video update for those of you who may not have been able to attend. Basically, the video is four minutes that recaps five days of meetings! The update focuses on what has been disussed related to … Read more
Fall is in the air, and a fresh sense of renewal and opportunity comes with it. As the leaves begin to change, we are excited to share some new and exciting updates with you. This season, we are focused on advancing our vision for a state-of-the-art early childhood system, strengthening partnerships, and preparing for key … Read more
Alexis HicksAdvocacy & PolicyDirector Birth-to-Three Advocacy Coalition of Mississippi Recognizing the importance of early childhood education and development outcomes, the Mississippi Forum For the Future is proud to announce the launch of the Birth-to-Three Advocacy Coalition of Mississippi. The primary objective of this coalition is to enhance our understanding of the needs of young children … Read more
Mississippi’s labor force participation challenges have been a topic of increasing focus among economic researchers, media, and state officials. The Mississippi Early Learning Alliance released a new report, titled “Child Care: A Critical Piece of Mississippi’s Labor Force Puzzle,” to shed light on an often-overlooked factor contributing to these challenges – child care access and … Read more