Dolly Parton Imagination Library Early Literacy
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How to Create & Use a Theory of Change for Organizational Strategy & Fundraising
With shrinking federal, state, and institutional funding and an unpredictable landscape, First 5 and other community leaders are facing uncertainty about the future. How do you have the greatest impact in this environment? Get crystal clear on what you do and why it matters. A theory of change isn’t just another strategic framework—it’s your organization’s […]
Making CalAIM Work for Community Providers: Lessons and Strategies from California’s First 5 Network
This webinar highlights First 5s’ journey to contracting with MCPs for new benefits – lifting up the successes and challenges First 5s have encountered.
What We Know About Early Child Development. And Why it Matters.
This workshop will equip participants with foundational knowledge about multiple domains including cognitive, language, motor and social/emotional development within young children birth through age five years old.
Building and Strengthening our Anti-Racist Capacity
As conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion (D.E.I.) face increasing scrutiny, the need for open and honest dialogue about race remains deeply important.
A Journey Through the “New” Digital Childhood with Kris Perry, Children and Screens
In this special session, explore how today’s digital world shapes childhood—its opportunities, risks, and our responsibility to ensure healthy digital lives for all children.
Reimagining America’s Approach to Children & Families with Elliot Haspel
First 5 Association invites you to a conversation with author and early childhood policy expert Elliot Haspel on his new book Raising a Nation, exploring childcare as a core American value and our collective vision to better support children and families.
The Power of Your Voice – Advocacy Messaging that Moves
Learn to craft clear, compelling messages with practical strategies for framing issues, engaging diverse audiences, and elevating advocacy impact.
Leading with Families: Stories of Human Centered Innovation
In this 90-minute REDI session, hear from First 5 El Dorado and First 5 Santa Cruz on using Human-Centered Design with parent leaders to co-create services, share lessons learned, and gain strategies for authentic, equity-driven family engagement.
From Commitment to Practice: Spotlight on REDI in Action
Join us on October 23 for a peer learning session where counties share how they are putting REDI into practice, navigating challenges, strengthening community capacity, and innovating to advance equity in the early childhood field.