To support states in tackling these challenges, the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center), in partnership with Education Strategy Group (ESG), held a virtual action lab focused on expanding access to and affordability of childcare for student parents and the development of quality training pathways for early childhood educators. This problem has been exacerbated by the shortage of early childhood and childcare workers. The NGA Center in partnership with Education Strategy Group held a virtual action lab focused on expanding access to and affordability of childcare for student parents and the development of quality training pathways for early childhood educators.Īccess to affordable, quality childcare and early learning has become an increasing challenge for parents seeking to access education and workforce opportunities. NGA Committees, Task Forces & Council of GovernorsĮxpanding Child Care for Student Parents and Training Pathways for Early Childhood Educators.Workforce Development & Economic Policy.Land Management, Agriculture, Wildlife, and Rural Communities.

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