Our childcare system is facing a 'reckoning'
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Childcare Crisis: Safety and Reform
This chapter examines the urgent failures within the childcare system and the overwhelming need for government reform, emphasizing the necessity of a national regulator to enforce safety standards. It highlights the troubling realities of staffing shortages, incidents of abuse, and the implications of a for-profit model on accessibility and care quality. The discussion further explores the importance of maintaining a diverse workforce while addressing safety concerns, alongside a brief analysis of international trade negotiations impacting related issues.
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