Tuesday May 9, 2017
The State House Inn
101 E. Adams St.
Springfield, IL 62701
At a time when Illinois is facing budget shortfalls and challenging decisions, it’s critical to remind legislators of the importance of early learning programs. Early Childhood Advocacy Day is a chance to talk to your legislators in person in Springfield.
At this free event, hosted by the Ounce and Illinois Action for Children, advocates learned about current legislative and budget issues involving Preschool for All, Prevention Initiative, Early Intervention, home visiting and child care. We welcomed providers, home visitors, teachers, administrators, parents, students and supporters to all speak up on behalf of Illinois’ children and families.
VIRTUAL ADVOCACY
Can’t make it in person? You can still participate virtually to support Strong Children, Strong Families, Strong Communities. Visit our Virtual Advocacy page and help us to #AdvocateECE.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Please read our FAQ to learn more about Early Childhood Advocacy Day.
MATERIALS FOR ADVOCATES
- 2017 agenda
- Save the Date flyer–English
- Save the Date flyer–Spanish
- Advocacy toolkit—English
- Advocacy toolkit—Spanish
- Sample press release
- ECAD 2017 What to Expect Call Recording
- Key Committees Fact Sheet
- Capitol Map
- Early Childhood Budget Requests
- Senate Expulsion Bill Fact Sheet
- Child Care Assistance Program Fact Sheet
For more information, or to register a group, email us at advocacy@theounce.org.
You can also see how the 2016 Early Childhood Advocacy Day event went on our Facebook album and YouTube playlist.