Acknowledging the uncertainty and anxiety of the present times, Commission Chair Sheila Kuehl welcomed Commissioners to the March 12 board meeting with words on the COVID-19 pandemic: “In a time of high anxiety, it’s even more important for us to recognize the role...
Dear Partners: Thank you for your leadership and critical work to support children, families and communities as well as your employees in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognize the considerable strain on your organizations as you plan and prepare to respond...
FOR INFORMATION AND RESOURCES REGARDING COVID-19, CLICK HERE. Dear Partners, First 5 LA cares deeply for you and your health and safety during this time of increased public health concern surrounding the COVID-19 coronavirus. We are partners in our shared commitment...
The early months and years of life represent a unique window of vulnerability and opportunity for the entire family. For infants and their parents, positive experiences during this time can lay the groundwork for a lifetime of well-being, while negative experiences...
Posting Date: August 1, 2019 Update: Appendix A - Areas of Expertise updated on 10/8/2019 Update: FAQs posted on 10/9/2019 Update: There is no requirement that the applicant have a physical office location in the County of Los Angeles. Disregard the requirement in the...
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A child care worker worries she...
On January 30, 2020, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it will begin implementing the new public charge regulations on February 24, 2020 which will allow immigration officials the ability to deny a green card to immigrant applicants if...
After the groundbreaking and historic investments made in early childhood last year, early childhood advocates and families across the Golden State eagerly awaited the unveiling of California Governor Gavin Newsom’s 2020-2021 proposed fiscal budget at the beginning of...
Presidential Election 2020 Refinery 29: Where The 2020 Presidential Candidates Stand On Paid Family LeaveOn Tuesday afternoon, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and Rep. Rosa DeLauro reintroduced the Family And Medical Insurance Leave (FAMILY) Act, which would create a national...
