ORAEYC’s Public Policy Committee travels to Washington D.C. to meet with our Federal and State legislators about what is happening in our communities and how they can support the children and families of Oregon. 

Spearheading advocacy and public policy in Oregon is part of ORAEYC’s mission. Early childhood professionals understand the importance of quality early childhood education programs and the lasting impact that a good start in life provides for all young children. ORAEYC’s Public Policy Committee is dedicated to improving early childhood education in Oregon by supporting our members to be effective early childhood advocates.  We also collaborate with other early childhood advocacy groups to promote smart public policies that improve quality and address the critical needs of young children and their families.
 

Each one of you is an advocate. When you prepare a child for kindergarten, you are their advocate. When you connect their parents to community resources, you are their advocate. When you participate in professional development, speak in front of your City Council, call or email your elected officials or vote for policymakers who invest in early childhood education, you are an advocate for our profession. Each one of you is an advocate. And we need your voice now more than ever.