Voices United
Join Us for a Special Joint Member Call to Advance Early Childhood Policy in Ohio
Members of Ohio AEYC and SWOAEYC are invited to participate in an exclusive joint member call featuring distinguished speakers from the Department of Children and Youth (DCY), Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association (OCCRRA), Groundwork Ohio, and the NAEYC Policy Department.
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Latest policy developments impacting early childhood education
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Current advocacy opportunities and how to get involved
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Strategic initiatives to strengthen early childhood programs statewide
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Ways to amplify your voice in policy discussions
This collaborative session brings together Ohio's leading early childhood organizations to strengthen our collective advocacy efforts and advance quality early childhood education across Ohio and beyond.
Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed, get involved, and make your voice heard in shaping the future of early childhood education policy.
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Cost: FREE!
Location: Zoom (Virtual)
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Featuring Updates and Information From

Kara Wente
Director, Department of Children and Youth (DCY)


Lynanne Guiterrez
Chief Operating & Policy Officer, Groundwork Ohio


Judith Santmire
Chief Operating Officer, OCCRRA


Paola Andujar
Senior Policy Specialist, NAEYC

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Gwen Simmons
Senior Director, Affiliate Relations, NAEYC



