The Integration and Learning Division has hosted many Reflective Sessions for teams across the organization in recent weeks.The purpose of these sessions is to build in time to reflect on what worked well on projects, as well as to identify areas of improvement for...
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In a time-tested tradition as part of First 5 LA’s 2015-2020 Strategic Plan update, the Board engaged with staff and experts in two breakout sessions to learn about and discuss the systems change and policy framework in two emerging strategies: Trauma and...
Manuel Fierro knows firsthand the power of a child experiencing a safe and loving environment. As a first-generation Angeleno, Manuel credits his early experiences for setting the trajectory of his professional career by working with families in order to better help...
A Cambodian refugee from Long Beach. A teacher turned grandmother from West Athens. A small business child care provider from Palmdale. A working mom and dad from the San Fernando Valley. Each of them from different backgrounds, but all on a similar journey as Best...
By Kim BelshéHere in Los Angeles County, the extreme shortage of early learning opportunities for young children is an urgent issue, especially for families with babies and toddlers. According to a recent report, 59% of preschoolers lack access to early learning...
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As we shift from the rebirth of spring to the full blooms of summer, we bring you a few stories of births from new moms and dads throughout Los Angeles County who have delivered healthy babies and blossomed with new parenting skills, thanks in part to First 5 LA’s...
