childcare
Sold-Out “Big Voices for Little Children” Luncheon with Morgan Freeman Highlights Urgent Need to Prioritize Infant and Toddler Well-Being
JACKSON, Miss. – Ensuring that Mississippi’s infants and toddlers have what they need to thrive was the focus of a sold-out luncheon, Big Voices for Little Children, hosted by the Mississippi Early Learning Alliance (MELA) on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, at the Two Mississippi Museums in downtown Jackson. MELA’s event, headlined by a fireside chat … Read more
Bridging The Gaps
Bridging the Gaps: Insights from Mississippi Parents and Early Childhood Leaders At the Mississippi Early Learning Alliance (MELA), we believe that a strong early childhood system is essential for the quality of life for the youngest in our state. To truly “Bridge the Gaps” for Mississippi’s children, we must listen to the voices of those … Read more