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State of Babies in Mississippi

MS Forum For the Future’s State of Babies in Mississippi Registration is now open for the Mississippi Forum For the Future’s State of Babies in Mississippi on August 27, 2024. We will be gathering in-person at the Eagle Ridge Conference Center in Raymond, Miss. from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  The Mississippi Forum For the … Read more

Progress Report 2024: Explore MELA’s 4th Annual Report

We are excited to present our fourth Annual Report! MELA releases an Annual Report each year to highlight the progress we made over the course of the previous fiscal year, July through June. The 2023-2024 Annual Report is unique in comparison to past reports as it will show completion of goals, achievements throughout the year, … Read more

February 6th: Early Childhood Capitol Day

On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, the Mississippi Early Learning Alliance (MELA), along with the members from the Mississippi Forum for the Future (FFtF), will host the fifth annual Mississippi Early Childhood Capitol Day in Jackson, Miss. This year’s event will focus on ways early childhood professionals are supporting young children, families and communities in Mississippi, … Read more