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Moving Forward, Together in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dear Friends, First 5 LA’s commitment to young children and families and partners is unwavering during this time. Our work continues to be grounded in our Strategic Plan and our values as we further...
Early Childhood Matters Newsletter – March 2020
Stay up to date on the latest news from First 5 LA by subscribing to our Early Childhood Matters newsletter via the sign-up belowEarly Childhood Matters is a once-a-month newsletter covering the top...
Early Childhood Matters – February 2020
Stay up to date on the latest news from First 5 LA by subscribing to our Early Childhood Matters newsletter via the sign-up belowEarly Childhood Matters is a once-a-month newsletter covering the top...
Week In Review: This Week’s Top News & Views on Issues Impacting Kids
First 5 LA's Week in Review is a weekly summary of the top news and research on early childhood issues from major news outlets, blogs and partner organizations. Sign-up to receive the once-a-week...
Making the News: COVID-19 Pandemic Cont.
Pregnant Women and NewbornsThe New York Times: ‘You’re Already Worried’: Navigating Coronavirus While Pregnant - NYT Parenting readers shared their experiences. (Blum, 3/12/20)Romper: What To Know...
Making the News: New Normal: How COVID-19 has impacted children, families and communities
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
Jeff Schnaufer | First 5 LA...
Commission Meeting Summary for March 12, 2020
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
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
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...
