First 5 LA Vice President of Policy and Strategy Kim Pattillo Brownson has been appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom to serve as a member of the State Board of Education.The 11-member State Board of Education is California’s K–12 policy-making body. It plays a key role in...
The birth of a child is a wondrous occasion celebrated by all cultures and traditions. It also can be a stressful time, because of health complications during pregnancy and birth. And, for some, there is a disproportionate risk of death at the start of life for a...
Highlights from the April 11 Commission Meeting include: the endorsement of local Measure EE, the approval of two key strategic partnerships and a presentation of the Landscape Review of the Strategic Plan Refinement Process, with breakout sessions dedicated to...
Early childhood programs play an important role in the lives of young children and their families. But in our current immigration policy climate, families across the country are questioning whether it’s safe to attend or enroll. This guide explains federal agency...
Parenting is hard, and every parent deserves help. Having in-home support can make all the difference. Home visiting programs can help parents learn about their child’s growth and health, engage in activities that will encourage their child’s brain development, and...
[Top] L–R: Senior Government Affairs Strategist Jamie Zamora; Government Affairs Strategist Anais Duran; Public Policy & Government Affairs Director Peter Barth; Rep. Gil Cisneros; Strategic Partnerships Specialist Kim Milliken Hayden; L.A. Chamber of Commerce Member;...
Highlights from the March 14 Commission meeting include: approval of a strategic partnership with L.A. Care Health Plan to implement and evaluate a pilot involving early identification and intervention; approval of the Mid-Year Budget Adjustment; an update on...
When it comes to keeping their streets safe to walk, play and learn, members of the Best Start Metro LA community partnership have learned how to walk the walk — one block at a time. Best Start Metro LA and Los Angeles Walks — a pedestrian advocacy organization and...
February 28, 2019 Entering second...
Commission Meeting Summary for February 14, 2019 Highlights from the February 14 Commission meeting include: an update on Long Term Financial Projection (LTFP) and the Mid-Year Budget Adjustment; a presentation on Impact Framework System Change Learnings and launch of...
