NVAEYC in Advocacy
As educators, we know the positive impact that quality early childhood education programs have on all young children.
Advocacy Statement
NVAEYC believes that every child, birth through age eight, has a safe, healthy environment with caring people who promote their well-being, meet their individual needs, and support learning through play. In collaboration with NAEYC, state and local organizations, NVAEYC informs members and the community about relevant local, state and federal policies as well as communicates with legislators, advocating on behalf of young children and the early care and education workforce.
Joining our Advocacy Team
We need your help to remind local, state, and federal legislators of the need for accessible, affordable, and quality education for our country’s youngest learners.
Our Advocacy Team takes action! We facilitate a variety of opportunities to take part in advocacy work in our region:
Plan Events
Host Discussion Groups
Gather Relevant Local Information
Advocacy Training Opportunities
Advocacy Leadership Training Program
Preparing early childhood professionals to skillfully advocate and lead advocacy efforts.
During our program, early childhood professionals are prepared to skillfully advocate and lead advocacy efforts. Participants gain valuable experience that will prepare them for leadership advocacy roles
Participants will:
Understand state policies regarding early childhood
Gain the skills to effectively advocate for teachers, children, and families.
Be empowered to speak up and take on leadership roles in the community that advance the early childhood profession.
Learn best practices and strategies in speaking to policymakers about critical early childhood issues in the state.
Build connections with fellow educators, advocates, and policymakers to support the advancement of key legislation and public investment in early childhood education in the state of Virginia and nationwide.
Attend an Event
Conversations + Connections
NVAEYC hosts a monthly online meetup for education enthusiasts!
Engage in meaningful conversations and network with like-minded individuals interested in the latest trends and topics in early childhood education. Conversations and Connections is lead by our ALTP cohorts.
Series runs March through October every year.
Advocacy Resources
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Latest News & Updates
Catch up on the latest early childhood education news in Virginia with Voices for Virginia’s Children.
Subscribe to their email list to be more informed of the issues currently facing our nation’s children and families.
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Power to the Profession
NAEYC is currently leading a national initiative, Power to the Profession, which will define the future of the field of early childhood. Find out how NAEYC is working to bring more respect, quality, and better pay to the field of early childhood education here.
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Contact your Legislators
Contact your legislators and let them know why ECE matters.
Find out who your representatives are in the link below.
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Visit America for Early Ed
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Build Your Advocacy Skills
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NAEYC’s Position Statements
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Worthy Wage Day
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National Association for Family Child Care
