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Making the News: New Normal: How COVID-19 has impacted children, families and communities
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 26, 2020 | Articles, Author: Katie Kurutz, News & Resources
The world is currently grappling with an unprecedented upending due to the spread of the novel coronavirus. In the tumult, children and families are finding themselves in new and unforeseen...

Despite Coronavirus, Completing 2020 Census Easier Than Ever
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 26, 2020 | Articles, Author: Jeff Schnaufer, News & Resources
Jeff Schnaufer | First 5 LA...

Commission Meeting Summary for March 12, 2020
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 26, 2020 | Articles, Author: Fraser Hammersly, News & Resources, Our Board
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...

An Update to Our Partners on COVID-19 from First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 17, 2020 | Articles, Author: Kim Belshé, News & Resources
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...

A Letter to Our Partners from First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 14, 2020 | Articles, Author: Kim Belshé, News & Resources
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...

Aligning the Stars: Chronicle of a Home Visiting System Expansion
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 12, 2020 | Articles, Data / Reports, News & Resources
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...
Consultant Pool Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
by Amado Ulloa | Mar 1, 2020 | Articles
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...

Commission Meeting Summary for February 13, 2020
by Amado Ulloa | Feb 14, 2020 | Articles, Author: Fraser Hammersly, News & Resources
The Board of Commissioners meets on the second Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m., unless otherwise indicated, at the First 5 LA offices. All meetings are open to the public, and agendas are posted...

Speaking Out: Local Reaction to Gov. Newsom’s Early Childhood Budget Proposals
by Amado Ulloa | Feb 5, 2020 | Articles, Author: Jeff Schnaufer, News & Resources
Jeff Schnaufer | First 5 LA...

First 5 LA Executive Director Kim Belshé Joins Early Childhood Advocates in Strong Opposition to the Public Charge Ruling
by Amado Ulloa | Feb 3, 2020 | Articles, News & Resources, Press Room
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...