Alliance Monthly Equity Discussion – “VTAEYC Exchange Diversity Fellowship” – 9/27  

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, September 27, at 1:00 pm. 

This month we will be learning about the Diversity Fellowship that is part of VT Assoc. for Young Children's (VTAEYC) Exchange program. The Exchange was started in 2022 and aims to inspire learning and action through advocacy in areas where early childhood intersects with society’s most pressing issues. The Diversity fellows will be hosting conversations and sharing information about our diversity as a strength, listening for ideas that can promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, and ways to include these values in what we do with and for young children. Our discussion will be led by Beth Wallace, VTAEYC's Associate Director for Early Childhood Educator Engagement.

Register on Zoom to receive the meeting link.

Submit Feedback for 2025 Policy Recommendations – Deadline 10/2

Wednesday, October 2, is the deadline to submit feedback on the Building Bright Futures State Advisory Council's 2025 Policy Recommendations. The Recommendations are informed by the priorities and most pressing challenges identified over the course of the year by a 500-person network of early childhood stakeholders.

To read the draft of the Policy Recommendations and submit feedback, visit this website.

Action Circles Hiring for Two Positions

Action Circles is seeking to hire two Legislative Assistants for the upcoming 2025 Legislative Session. This position is an opportunity to develop a deep knowledge about the legislative process, including how a bill becomes law, State House procedures and jargon, the development of the annual state budget, and who the key players are for key issues.  Legislative Assistants will monitor committee work, observe the committee process in the Statehouse and provide detailed notes from committee meetings and hearings. 

To read the full job description and to apply, visit the Action Circles website.