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Family Stories
Birth to Five Illinois has created this welcoming space for parents and caregivers to share their family story of ECEC challenges and successes. It is our hope that as families share their stories, we will amplify the disparities in the system so we can work collectively and strategically to mend what is broken, while also celebrating what’s working.
If you have a story to share, please visit our submission page.
My Voice Matters – By Brittany H.
I started my journey with Birth to Five Illinois in 2022…
Foundations of Hope: How Early Education Changed Our Path – By Latrese Luton
One challenge my family has faced with Early Childhood Education and Care services in our community is access and affordability.
Region 31: Impact of Positive Male Role Models
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