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A very insightful report from Institute For Fiscal Studies regarding Sure Start impact. Especially insightful is the return of taxpayer investment costs and the benefit to society. Those not familiar with Sure Start families in England (and different interations elsewhere in the UK) to access free support (paid by taxpayers) for their children up until the age of 5 to ensure they had a secure start to education thereafter. The short- and medium-term impacts of Sure Start on educational outcomes https://lnkd.in/dAFBZhJ4 Lee Elliot-Major OBE #educationresearch #ResearchED #childpoverty #educationequity

Report on excellent research by the Mitchell Institute shows how Australia can learn from more universal approaches overseas like Nordic countries to now boost early childhood education and care here: https://lnkd.in/gVqWKK_D #auspol = Time for Federal government to seize the day

High-quality early childhood education and care for all can reduce the need for costly remedial education and social services later on. Early education and care services are not just an expense, but an investment in the future. The new OECD report explains how countries can refocus spending for early years services. The policy roadmap outlines cost-effective policies to raise the quality of early years programmes, with an emphasis on improving coordination between early education, health and social services. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/g6iKUibX #EarlyChildhoodEducationandCare #ChildDevelopment #Education #Daycare #Kindergarten #Learning #Inequality #Equality

It is worrying that 350 million children globally need childcare but do not have access. Whereas learning poverty is escalating at a faster rate affecting 70% of children in LMICs, early childhood development and education still faces acute frameworks to implement policies currently in place. As advocates in this space, we continue to compell responsible authorities and stakeholders not to relent but increase on strategic investment in this critical period. Remember! poor foundation equals future persistent crisis in learning, socio-economic, and governance space for current and future generations! #Quality early care!# Increased school readiness and productive generations!

Today, we unite under the powerful theme: "Let's act on our commitments: End Child Labour!" This day reminds us of the promises we've made to protect the rights and futures of children worldwide. 🌍 World Day Against Child Labour – 12 June 2024 🌍 👉 Child labour steals childhood, hinders education, and perpetuates the cycle of poverty. It's time we turn our words into actions. Let's ensure every child has the opportunity to learn, play, and grow in a safe environment. Let's stand together and urge #governments, #businesses, and individuals to work hand in hand and take meaningful actions. Together, we can build a world where every child is free from exploitation and given the chance to thrive. Join me in this vital mission. Speak out, support policies, and contribute to initiatives that fight against child labour. Every action counts, and together, we can make a difference. Let's make 2024 the year we honour our commitments and put an end to child labour once and for all. 👍 #EndChildLabour #ProtectChildhood #ActNow #UnitedNations #LinkedIn #LinkedInLearning #ChildLabour #ChildLabor #ChildSafety #WellBeing #WorldDayAgainstChildLabour #ChildRights #2024Commitment #ChildrensRights #SafeEnvironment #Childhood #Education

A whole-government approach to building a future of certainty recognizes that children's long-term well-being is influenced by various factors beyond healthcare. Social determinants like education, housing, economic stability, and emotional support are pivotal in shaping a child's development. Establishing a Ministry of Children enables governments to coordinate efforts across sectors, addressing the multifaceted needs of children from birth to adolescence. This holistic approach paves the way for a society that prospers through the well-being of its youngest members. #ChildrensWellBeing #GovernmentInitiative #FutureLeaders https://lnkd.in/d2d8tpuy

Women's quality of employment improves under longer school schedules for their primary school aged children. In this study with Matias Berthelon, Diana Kruger, Luca Tiberti, Carlos Zamora Siervo published in Economic Policy, we contribute to the conversation of how to improve mothers' labor outcomes. If you want to know more about this here is the complete study:

As we are heading towards and Election, and manifestos are being published. Three asks for children: 1. Uphold children’s rights to survive and thrive around the world - Prioritising funding for health, nutrition, and education services  - Championing children’s rights in international engagement - Using the UK's diplomatic and development leadership to establish systems to protect children, their rights and the services they need from the climate crisis   2. Ensure a good start in early childhood for every child in the UK - Ensuring every baby and toddler has a right to affordable, quality early education and childcare in their local area - Providing financial support that works for all parents of babies and toddlers when they need it. - Enabling all parents of babies and toddlers can access quality mental health support.    3. Put children’s rights at the heart of government - Champion the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child - Roll out a rights-based approach in schools, hospitals and communities in the UK #foreverychild https://lnkd.in/ekNmVBqb

Policies for Action (P4A) is excited to announce six new research projects focusing on the impacts of state and local policies on immigrant communities in the U.S. These studies will shed light on how such policies affect the economic stability, healthcare access, and social inclusion of a diversity of immigrant communities. This research cohort, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and administered by P4A at Urban Institute,  aims to inform public policy that can support a future that includes health equity for everyone.  Read more about the studies here.  #ImmigrationResearch #ImmigrationPolicy #P4AGrantees https://lnkd.in/e9sMTsj3

Better early childhood education and care policies aren't just about investing more, but about investing more efficiently. That’s one of the recommendations of a new OECD report that outlines a new policy roadmap to ensure all young children can go to high-quality creches, nurseries and kindergartens. At the moment: ▶️ Disadvantaged children are less likely to participate in early childhood education and care. ▶️ In eight out of 28 OECD countries with room for improvement, socio-economic gaps have widened for children aged 3 to 5. ▶️ Disadvantaged children often receive lower-quality early education and care services. Many OECD countries can, and should, do better! Find out how – read Reducing Inequalities by Investing in Early Childhood Education and Care: https://lnkd.in/g6iKUibX #EarlyChildhoodEducationandCare #ChildDevelopment #Education #Daycare #Kindergarten #Learning #SocioeconomicDisadvantage #Socioeconomics