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Creating Safe Spaces in Early Childhood Programs: A 2025 Guide
CLASP has released an updated guide in 2025, titled "A Guide to Creating Safe Space Policies for Early Childhood Programs."
Jan 242 min read
View Forecasted Notice of Funding Opportunity for Research with Tribal Communities
The ACF’s Office of Planning, Research, and Evaluation (OPRE) anticipates funding two programs to support research led by Tribes.
Jan 241 min read
New Policy Guidance on Use of Federal Early Childhood Program Funds to Improve Access to Housing-Related Supports for the Early Childhood Workforce in Tribal Communities
Access the new publication here . The Office of Early Childhood Development’s (ECD) Office of Head Start (OHS) and Office of Child...
Jan 241 min read
Mastering Budget Planning with the Child Care Cost Model: A Vital Tool for Early Education Programs
Discover the Child Care Cost Model—a key resource for accurate budgeting and strategic planning in early education programs.
Nov 26, 20243 min read
Empowering Early Childhood Professionals Through the Dream Manager Program
NICCA's Dream Program at ISSA 2024: Bridging personal growth and professional success for early childhood professionals.
Nov 15, 20242 min read
Why Play Matters: Unlocking the Power of Play in Early Childhood Development
Explore why play is vital for children’s development, helping them learn, grow, and thrive. Rae Pica’s Why Play? shows why play is essential
Nov 7, 20241 min read
Essential Self-Care Resources for Early Childhood Educators: Building Resilience and Well-Being
Explore self-care resources for early childhood educators to manage stress, foster resilience, and support well-being in teaching.
Nov 3, 20242 min read
Empowering Our Communities: Nonpartisan Electoral Advocacy Toolkit
Empower your community this election season—access our nonpartisan advocacy toolkit to make a difference for our children's futures.
Oct 22, 20242 min read
Coping After a Natural Disaster: Supporting Yourself and Your Young Children
Support yourself and your young children with culturally-sensitive coping strategies after a natural disaster.
Oct 7, 20242 min read
Advocating for Tribal Child Care: NICCA’s Comments on the FY 2026-2028 Tribal CCDF Plan Preprint
At the National Indian Child Care Association (NICCA), we are dedicated to advocating for the best interests of Tribal children,...
Sep 5, 20242 min read
