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We improve the health, education & success of children by advocating for evidence-based solutions & policy change. Reposts & tags are not endorsements.
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Thank you @madinatoure.bsky.social & @politico.com for sharing what NY voters want to see state leaders like @governor.ny.gov addressing in 2026. There's a lot more common ground than partisan division in what families need to succeed. thechildrensagenda.org/2025/12/19/p...
Politico: Voters back increased child care spending and other policies to boost families, poll finds
Accessible child care, universal prekindergarten and reducing child poverty drew bipartisan support among voters statewide.
thechildrensagenda.org
December 19, 2025 at 10:33 PM
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A New York survey of 4,000 adults finds one in four have no savings and many rely on debt as housing and living costs outpace incomes.
New Yorkers lack savings, turn to debt as costs rise, report says
A New York survey of 4,000 adults finds one in four have no savings and many rely on debt as housing and living costs outpace incomes.
bit.ly
December 18, 2025 at 12:40 PM
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empirestateccc.bsky.social
"Mamdani and others cite a plan to overhaul the system by the Empire State Campaign for Child Care, a coalition that came together in the summer of 2017 when a state budget proposal threatened cuts to child care subsidies."

www.newsday.com/long-island/...
How NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's push for universal child care could impact Long Island
Advocates have outlined several factors should be considered when creating a universal program.
www.newsday.com
December 17, 2025 at 1:25 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
Possible first steps on road to universal child care - thank you David Lombardo at Capitol Pressroom for diving deep into this essential need @empirestateccc.bsky.social capitolpressroom.org/2025/12/11/p...
Possible first steps on road to universal child care
Policymakers of all stripes in New York want to increase access to child care, but there isn't a consensus on how to get there.
capitolpressroom.org
December 11, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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empirestateccc.bsky.social
Join us for our 2026 Advocacy Day in Albany on Tuesday, January 27th to make it clear that child care must be a top priority in this year's state budget! Register now: airtable.com/appknPXXZF6c...
December 3, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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There’s more interest than ever in child care in New York, and this is a moment we can’t afford to let pass. Join us Dec 15 or 18 for a one-hour virtual teach-in on the Child Care for All roadmap. Pick your date and help build power by inviting someone else into the fight!

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December 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
Many thanks to Jack Arpey at Spectrum News 1 Capital Region for highlighting the new report from @empirestateccc.bsky.social - New York State Child Care for All. Between Gov Hochul and Mayor-elect Mamdani, NY is in prime position to enact universal child care. spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-...
Amid Mamdani push, key advocates unveil plan for universal child care phase-in
Empire State Campaign for Child Care advocates unveiled a proposal for initiating next steps they hope Hochul and lawmakers can get on board with.
spectrumlocalnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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americanprogress.bsky.social
This year marks the 50th anniversary of IDEA—a landmark law that ensured millions of disabled students would receive quality education. Yet, that promised education is at risk today with a federal funding gap of over $38 billion.
A black and white photograph of two young boys, one wearing glasses, sitting and listening attentively in a classroom setting. A yellow banner across the top reads "IDEA AT 50". Text is overlaid on the bottom half of the image: "The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) turns 50 this year. The law ensured disabled kids would have access to public schools and promised funding for schools to make it possible." The source is cited at the bottom. A photo of a young boy wearing glasses, giving a high-five to an unseen adult hand. The title banner reads "IDEA AT 50". Text is overlaid on the bottom half of the image: "IDEA serves children as young as infancy and toddlerhood through its Part C early intervention services. But administrative and funding barriers mean only about half who qualify are enrolled." The source is cited at the bottom. A graphic illustrating a classroom setup with several gray desks and chairs, and a few yellow desks and chairs highlighted in the middle. The title banner reads "IDEA AT 50". Text is overlaid on the bottom half of the image: "During the 2022–23 school year, 7.6 million students between the ages of 3 and 21 received special education services through IDEA. That’s three out of every 20 public school students." The source is cited at the bottom. A photo of a young girl in a pink shirt sitting in a wheelchair and looking directly at the camera, leaning on a table in a classroom. The title banner reads "IDEA AT 50". Text is overlaid on the bottom half of the image: "Vouchers = fewer protections for children The use of vouchers harms students with disabilities by resulting in the forfeiture of nearly all federal protections and the loss of guaranteed special education services." The source is cited at the bottom.
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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childrensequity.bsky.social
As of Nov 1, the NHSA shows 140 HS programs are operating w/out #federalfunding & are facing possible closure due to a lack of funds. Affecting 22,432 HS staff across the country. If uncertainty continues, more HS programs will be impacted.

Learn more: nhsa.org/about-nhsa/...
November 4, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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schuylercenter.bsky.social
🚨 Advocacy Actions: Tell leaders that SNAP must be funded! 🚨

📨 Individual letter to your state representatives: secure.everyaction.com/XuhUXuyhqUeP...

📨 Organizational sign-on letter: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
November 4, 2025 at 5:24 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
If you or someone you know in the western NY area is struggling to find food in the coming days, please use this helpful resource from our friends at Foodlink - foodlinkny.org/find-food/
Find Food | Food Boxes | Food Bank in Rochester, NY | Foodlink
Click here to view our local food options. This include Mobile Food Pantries, Soup Kitchens, Curbside Markets, and more.
foodlinkny.org
October 31, 2025 at 6:54 PM
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4americaschildren.bsky.social
Our most recent blog is an interview with Larry Marx, CEO of the Children’s Agenda. He discusses courage, faith, and rest in leadership. foramericaschildren.org/the-courage-...
The courage to hope - Partnership for America's Children
PAC: In a recent blog, “Hope Versus Fear in these Perilous Times,” you affirm that despite all the instability and uncertainty that surround us right now, the Children’s Agenda is choosing hope. Your…
foramericaschildren.org
October 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
📣📣📣ACTION ALERT: Contact your Members of Congress TODAY to urge USDA to release its ~$5B in contingency funds. mazon.org/policy_actio...
Urge Congress to Fund November SNAP Benefits and Avoid Deepening Hunger Crisis
mazon.org
October 28, 2025 at 4:31 PM
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Gov. Kathy Hochul announced $30 million in assistance as the federal government shutdown puts SNAP benefits in peril.

rochesterbeacon.com/2025/10/27/n...
October 27, 2025 at 10:48 PM
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With millions at risk of losing SNAP in the coming days, a reminder: hunger doesn't happen in isolation. When food assistance disappears, families use rent money to eat. Then come evictions and homelessness.

Housing, food, healthcare—it's all connected. Cut one thread and the whole thing unravels.
October 24, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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centeronbudget.bsky.social
#SNAP ’s contingency fund has more than $6 billion available, enough to cover most November benefits for millions of people. The Administration should act as soon as possible to release these funds and prevent hunger for millions. www.cbpp.org/blog/the-tru...
The Trump Administration Can and Should Take Available Steps to Ensure SNAP Participants Get November Food Benefits
Nearly two-thirds of the funds needed for a full month of benefits are available in SNAP’s contingency fund and must be used when regular funding for SNAP runs short. The Administration must release t...
www.cbpp.org
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
New York is 'failing its youngest children' in early intervention, report says. Read the news from Dan Clark at @timesunion.com on The Children's Agenda's latest report, highlighting the need to reimagine Early Intervention here in NYS.
www.timesunion.com/state/articl...
New York could improve poor early intervention performance, report says
“New York’s children deserve better," Assembly Health Chair Amy Paulin said.
www.timesunion.com
October 15, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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timesunion.com
“New York’s children deserve better," Assembly Health Chair Amy Paulin said.
New York could improve poor early intervention performance, report says
“New York’s children deserve better," Assembly Health Chair Amy Paulin said.
bit.ly
October 15, 2025 at 11:40 AM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
We honor the history, resilience, and rich cultures of Indigenous Peoples.
The Smithsonian National Museum of American Indian is home to Native Knowledge 360, a free resource to transform teaching and learning about Native Americans. Check it out.
americanindian.si.edu/nk360
October 13, 2025 at 12:33 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
Government shutdowns are bad for children and families. Learn which basic needs programs will be impacted. As we learn more about resources that can help families make ends meet during this turbulent time, we will share them with you.

childrensfundingproject.org/update/gover...
Government Shutdown Shuts Out Kids - Children's Funding Project
Congress failed to pass a 2026 federal budget and cut off funding to essential programs and services for children and youth.
childrensfundingproject.org
October 1, 2025 at 2:59 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
The stories and cultures embedded in our national treasures, @smithsonianmag.bsky.social and especially the National Museum of African American History and Culture, must be preserved and protected from whitewashing. We stand with everyone signing this petition.
actionnetwork.org/petitions/bl...
Black History Is American History Affirmation
From the National Museum of African American History and Culture to your local library, we must galvanize the country to understand that “Hands Off Our History” is vital to the broader movement to pro...
actionnetwork.org
September 5, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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empirestateccc.bsky.social
Find your advocacy style, take action, and join us in calling for fair pay for child care workers. 🎥 Watch the video:
youtu.be/bm4wipSBCkw
📷 Take the quiz & join the campaign:
empirestatechildcare.org/support-the-... #ChildCareWorkforceThriveNY #AdvocateYourWay
September 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM
childrensagenda.bsky.social
Child care workers deserve wages that allow them to care for their own families, too. Fair pay means stability for workers and the families they support every day. Let’s build a system where everyone can thrive.
@empirestateccc.bsky.social
September 3, 2025 at 1:37 PM
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schuylercenter.bsky.social
Child care workers are the backbone of our economy—yet many are paid poverty-level wages.

It’s time for New York to invest in fair compensation so that this essential workforce can thrive, not just survive.

🎥 Watch the video: youtu.be/bm4wipSBCkw

@empirestateccc.bsky.social
Support the Child Care Workforce: Raise Your Voice for Fair Compensation
YouTube video by EMPIRE STATE CAMPAIGN FOR CHILD CARE
youtu.be
August 11, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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empirestateccc.bsky.social
Families and child care providers deserve a child care system with stability. This is a problem that the state must address immediately.
nysfocus.com/2025/08/08/c...
21 Counties Have Closed Applications for New York's Biggest Child…
There are 1,500 families on the program waitlist in New York City alone, new state data shows.
nysfocus.com
August 8, 2025 at 1:47 PM