On May 11, educators, families, and communities across the country participated in Day Without Child Care 2026, a growing national movement designed to highlight what happens when child care is unavailable and to elevate the essential role early childhood educators play in the lives of children, families, communities, and the economy. Now in its fifth…
Written by Eboni Delaney, Director of Policy and Movement Building When Chantal and Harold Hinds first learned they were pregnant, one of the first pieces of advice they received was a recommendation for a family child care program. “After the congratulations, it was, you have to take your baby to our child care provider.” The…
In this edition of “On the Move,” we’re excited to spotlight the impactful work and milestones achieved by the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) in January and February. These highlights reflect NAFCC’s continued dedication to elevating family child care educators, fostering meaningful connections, and driving quality care nationwide. Engaging with IL FCC Educators…
Eboni Delaney Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day are meant to recognize the achievements and contributions of women around the world, as well as the role they play in sustaining communities, economies, and institutions. One place where that contribution is clearly visible is in family child care. Across countries and cultures, family child care…
Connecting and Celebrating FCC Leaders in Louisiana Louisiana State Representative Cierra Amar hosted a successful Meet and Greet that brought together family child care educators and community leaders.
NAFCC Engages Educators at CDA Early Education Learning Conference in Orlando The National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) had a strong presence at the CDA Council for Professional Recognition Early Education Learning Conference in Orlando, Florida
Issued by Eboni Delaney, Interim Director of Policy and Movement Building Since October 1, 2025, the federal government has been shut down following the expiration of appropriations for FY 2026. This impasse has direct consequences for families, which will escalate after more programs run out of funding November 1. Without immediate action, families will see…
As of October 1, the federal government has officially shut down. While elected leaders debate funding, family child care educators continue to show up every day.
We were thrilled to feature our amazing Leaders Shaping Leaders at the National Parent Leadership Institute (NPLI) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during the Welcome Reception! Mischell Davis, NAFCC Leader’s Shaping Leaders (LSL) Policy Program Regional Manager of Louisiana, was there proudly representing our organization and connecting with parent leaders from across the country. We joined the…
Dezire’e Mattocks, Director of Professional Development at the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) represented NAFCC at the National Convening on Children’s Racial Learning, held in Chicago during the month of May. The event brought together educators, researchers, and advocates to explore how young children learn about race and how adults can guide that…