The Century Foundation

"There's a child care center in Virginia with a waitlist of over 400 kids. They can't afford to hire more early educators to fill those classrooms without raising costs for families. The only solution is federal funding" The shortage of affordable child care in the US is hurting our kids, workers, and economy. We need real solutions to build up our child care supply and create good paying jobs for early educators. Laura Valle-Gutierrez spoke with NewsNation about how we get there:

Please join us in welcoming two new members to TCF's Board of Trustees: renowned philanthropic and nonprofit leader Teresa C. Younger, and acclaimed physician, sociologist, and author Jonathan Metzl, MD, PhD. Younger and Jonathan Metzl are two of the nation’s most incisive thinkers and leaders, whose work has changed how we understand and address some of our society’s most pressing challenges, from gun violence to poverty to the intersection of sexism and racism. Learn more about our new Trustees: https://lnkd.in/dsWjBUwq

The challenges and barriers faced by Black women throughout the higher education system demand attention and action. On September 12, our panel of higher education experts—featuring Denise A. S., Kayla C. Elliott, Lori Patton Davis, Venus Evans-Winters, and LaWanda Ward—will explore the unique obstacles Black women experience in secondary education, current policy developments, the impact of earning a college degree, and more. Register today to join: bit.ly/4dQzwea

"Given the need to coordinate across school districts, and the ways that Milliken has shackled the federal government, states ultimately hold the best power for addressing interdistrict segregation today." Our partner, Halley Potter at The Century Foundation emphasizes the role of the states following the 50th anniversary of Milliken v. Bradley decision. Read more at https://lnkd.in/eQPpWAqi

I am absolutely thrilled to be moderating a crucial conversation next week with a group of extraordinary sister scholars and advocates. The event will center on #Black women and the challenges they face in pursuing #highereducation, along with the pivotal role of #policy in addressing these challenges. I wholeheartedly encourage you to join us for this timely and insightful discussion. #supportBlackwomen #Blackwomenpolicyexperts

The challenges and barriers faced by Black women throughout the higher education system demand attention and action. On September 12, our panel of higher education experts—featuring Denise A. S., Kayla C. Elliott, Lori Patton Davis, Venus Evans-Winters, and LaWanda Ward—will explore the unique obstacles Black women experience in secondary education, current policy developments, the impact of earning a college degree, and more. Register today to join: bit.ly/4dQzwea

As students head back to school this week, billions in COVID relief funds are running out, and public schools are bracing to shrink their budgets down to pre-pandemic levels—or even lower. For many school districts, the budget crunch will force tough choices including potential teacher layoffs, and cuts to essential programs like tutoring, after-school activities, and summer learning. In Slate Magazine, Conor Williams analyzes how relief funds helped schools sustain during the pandemic, and what's at risk when they expire: https://lnkd.in/drm2B-Yi

Approval for organized labor is at a near-record high—and it's no surprise why: Americans are tired of corporations hoarding profits while workers struggle. Organized labor helps to level the playing field, delivering better wages, benefits, and opportunities for everyone. Just look at the numbers: ✊ Unionized workers with disabilities earn 29.8% more on average than comparable nonunion workers with disabilities. ✊ Hispanic union members earn 18.8% more than Hispanic nonunion members. ✊ Black union members earn 13.1% more on average than comparable Black nonunion workers. ✊ Nonunion women workers earn, on average, 78% of what men earn, while unionized women workers earn 94% of what men earn. For more about how unions help our economy, check out Steven Greenhouse on Intelligence Squared. https://lnkd.in/ggpbUJMW

“The child care crisis has put my family in an impossibly stressful situation.” Moms with young children are now the fastest-growing segment of the workforce, but they are facing an unprecedented crisis. Child care costs are skyrocketing, waitlists are years long, early educators are some of the lowest-paid workers in the country, and child care centers in many communities are closing. But it doesn't have to be this way. Our new report with MomsRising.org, National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), & Center for American Progress unpacks the consequences of our child care crisis on parents and providers, and calls for Congress to give families the support they need. https://lnkd.in/dyYiat-D

After nearly a decade of leadership, TCF President Mark Zuckerman will step down in March 2025. TCF has experienced transformational growth during Mark's tenure—tripling our budget, doubling our staff, and expanding our influence on Capitol Hill. We've built diverse, impactful policy teams, secured major victories like protecting the ACA and securing $800B+ in pandemic aid, and launched Next100 to champion a new generation of policy leaders. Our Board of Trustees will oversee the leadership transition, with a new president expected by early spring. We are deeply grateful for Mark’s visionary leadership and commitment to making policy work for people. Read the full announcement: https://bit.ly/3XlJaQe