Public Assets Institute Releases 2025 State of Working Vermont

The Public Assets Institute has released their 2025 “State of Working Vermont” report. This annual report analyzes data from the US Census and other sources on costs, income, and wages in Vermont. It looks at how residents are doing and recommends actions the state can take to protect Vermonters’ wellbeing and economic security.

Among the key takeaways from this year’s report – Vermonters continued to lose ground in making ends meet, and federal funding cuts are further threatening the safety and security of tens of thousands of Vermonters.

To read the report, visit the Public Assets Institute website.

VT-HEC is Seeking a New Director of Early Childhood Programs

The Vermont Higher Education Collaborative (VT-HEC) is seeking a collaborative leader to coordinate their licensure and endorsement programs and support professional learning efforts. The position oversees all aspects of program development and improvement to ensure high-quality, inclusive learning opportunities for Vermont’s early childhood workforce.

Applications are due January 16. Find more details and an application on their website.

Alliance Monthly Equity Discussion – The DEI Implications of 'Return to Office' Policies – 1/23  

Join a group of peers and colleagues from the early childhood community to engage in sustained learning about anti-racism, equity, and inclusion. The Alliance hosts a monthly, salon-style Equity Discussion Group via Zoom. Our next session is coming up on Friday, January 23, at 1:00 pm. 

The discussion will be led by Gretchen Haase-Dubosc, Hunger Free Vermont's Chief of People and Operations. Gretchen will provide us with a review of their organization's development of policies related to remote vs. in-office work, and the DEI-related considerations that they continue to consider as they address this evolving issue.

Register on Zoom to receive the meeting link.

11th Annual Mental Health Advocacy Day – 1/29 

The Vermont chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness of Vermont (NAMI) and Building Bright Futures are hosting the 11th Annual Mental Health Advocacy Day on January 29 from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm at the State House and the Vermont Supreme Court Auditorium. Hundreds of mental health advocates and over 30 co-sponsoring organizations and their networks will be calling on Vermont leaders and legislators to support the mental health of Vermonters. This year’s theme is “Together for Dignity, United for Change: Reclaiming Mental Health in Vermont”.

There will be a livestream available from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. In the afternoon, events will continue at the State House where attendees will meet with legislators, provide testimony to committees, and be recognized by the House of Representatives with a Resolution.  

For more information and to register, visit the NAMI Vermont website.

ECDL ’26 is on 3/11/26 – Registration Opens Soon

Mark your calendars for Early Childhood Day at the Legislature on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Montpelier! Our online registration page will be live soon. Scholarships and professional development will be available.  

Stay tuned to the Alliance’s newsletters, Facebook page, and website for more details!

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