Posting Date: June 5, 2020 Update: Information Session will take place via Zoom platform. Applicants who registered before June 15, 2020 must re-register using the link below in order to attend the session. DESCRIPTION: First 5 LA is seeking the services of a...

The Consequences of Persistent and Systemic Inequities
June 2, 2020 Inequities have consequences. The deaths of...

First 5 LA’s Resources for Talking to Kids about Race and Racial Inequity
June 2020 Silence about race reinforces racism. Talking about race and racism with children is an important way to begin to address systemic societal issues. Here are resources on having conversations with children about race and issues surrounding it: Aha! Parenting...

Early Childhood Matters Newsletter – May 2020
Editors Note: The correct date of the June First 5 LA Board of Commissioners meeting is June 11 at 1:30 P.M. PST. The meeting will be held telephonically and is open to the public. For more details (including meeting materials and agenda), please visit...
Making the News: Child Care is the “X” Factor in Reopening the Economy Contd.

Making the News: Child Care is the “X” Factor in Reopening the Economy
May 28, 2020 As the country heads into its third...

Commission Meeting Summary for May 14, 2020
The Board of Commissioners meets on the second Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m., unless otherwise indicated. All meetings are open to the public, and agendas are posted on our website at least 72 hours in advance. Please check our Commission Calendar for all...

A Heartfelt Tale of Providing Child Care for Essential Workers
Published May 27, 2020 | Photo...

Impacts of the Pandemic Continue: How Gov. Newsom’s State Budget Revisions May Affect Early Childhood Support Systems in CA
May 26,...

First 5 LA Plays Linchpin Role To Deliver Diapers to Families
Published May 15, 2020 Toilet paper, disinfectant and...