AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Reimagining Childcare Investment
This chapter examines the current landscape of childcare investment, highlighting a slowdown in funding and the urgent need for states to prioritize childcare programs in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. It discusses the disparities in compensation between childcare educators and the fees paid by parents, as well as innovative solutions like transforming empty commercial spaces into childcare facilities. The chapter also emphasizes the critical role of data and advocacy in shaping government policies and fostering a more sustainable childcare environment.