Groundwork Ohio

Please join us in congratulating our Vice President Brittany Boulton as she joins The Ohio Healthy Homes Network board of trustees! Access to safe, affordable housing is a critical component of maternal and infant health and we are proud to know Brittany's expertise and voice will contribute to the mission of The Ohio Healthy Homes Network. #GroundworkOhio #boardservice #boardoftrustees #servantleadership #healthyhomes #familystability #maternalhealth #infanthealth #ohio

Groundwork Ohio is pleased to see Governor DeWine’s commitment to enhancing early childhood education through the $5 million grant for Science of Reading training. This funding recognizes the critical role that high-quality early education plays in setting children up for success. ? As we continue to advocate for equitable access to quality early childhood education, we are excited to see initiatives like this one that support both educators and families in building brighter futures for all Ohio children. #ScienceofReading #earlyliteracy #Ohio #children #advocacy

?? Upcoming Webinar: Paid Family Leave for All Ohioans ?? Paid Family Leave isn’t just a policy—it’s a path to healthier families and communities. Yet, the lack of access leaves many Ohioans, particularly low-wage workers and communities of color, at a disadvantage. Join us on December 10 for an engaging discussion on how we can work together to advocate for equitable Paid Family Leave policies. ?? Date: Dec. 10 ? Time: 10:00–11:00 AM ?? Register here: https://t.ly/PzMVO Let’s create a stronger, healthier, and more equitable Ohio for all families. ?? #PaidFamilyLeave #OhioFamilies #EquityMatters

We are proud to share the launch of Driving Change, our policy agenda for Ohio's young children. Our recent listening tour across 13 Ohio communities highlighted the resilience and aspirations of families from all walks of life. This journey has deepened our commitment to equity, and now the real work begins. With your continued partnership, we aim to bring this roadmap to life, advancing policies that support thriving, equitable futures for Ohio’s children. Read the report: https://t.ly/TE9oo #OhioRoadmap #EquityInAction

After an incredible journey across Ohio, engaging with families and advocates from Portsmouth to Cleveland, we’re proud to release our policy roadmap, Driving Change. This report encapsulates the voices and insights of Ohioans in 13 diverse communities, shedding light on both unique and shared challenges facing young children and their families. As we move forward, we’re committed to transforming this vision into actionable policies, grounded in equity. Join us in building an Ohio where every child has the opportunity to thrive. Read the report: https://t.ly/TE9oo #OhioRoadmap #EquityInAction

Groundwork Ohio's Senior Policy Director, Troy Hunter, joined 7,000+ early childhood professionals at the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) conference in Anaheim, CA! Troy was honored to co-present Lifting As We Climb: Advocating for Black Males in K-16 Settings, shedding light on equity-driven approaches to support Black males throughout their educational journeys. Thank you, Troy, for representing Groundwork Ohio and championing crucial conversations in education! #NAEYC #EquityInEducation #BlackMaleAdvocacy #EarlyChildhoodEducation #GroundworkOhio #EducationalEquity

?? There's still time to register! Groundwork Ohio is excited to unveil our new Policy Agenda designed to drive change for Ohio’s youngest residents! On November 13 at 11:00 am, join us for a webinar detailing policy priorities built on insights from our Roadshow Listening Tour, which spotlighted voices across Ohio. Learn how you can join the work to create equitable opportunities and mobilize action for Ohio’s children during the upcoming state budget process. ?? Date: November 13, 2024 ?? Register Today: https://t.ly/4d4F9 #EarlyChildhoodPolicy #GroundworkOhio #OhioFamilies #DrivingChange

In honor of National Adoption Month, Ohio Lt. Governor Jon Husted shares his personal adoption journey and the significance of offering a permanent, loving home to children in need. With over 3,000 children currently in foster care in Ohio, adoption offers an opportunity to transform lives. Read his story, celebrate adoptive families, and consider how you might make a difference. ?? Read more here: https://t.ly/ETMs8 #NationalAdoptionMonth #OhioAdoption #FamilySupport #ChildrenFirst

Despite some progress, Ohio remains among the states with the highest infant mortality rates in the country. In this WOSU interview, Lynanne Gutierrez shares her perspective on what’s contributing to these persistent challenges and the steps we can take to better support infants and families statewide. Listen to the short interview to learn more about the need for a comprehensive approach to maternal and infant health in Ohio. https://t.ly/6kbu6 #PublicHealth #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment #InfantMortality #OhioPolicy #GroundworkOhio

?? Join us as we unveil Groundwork Ohio’s Policy Agenda! This webinar on November 13 at 11:00 am will highlight policy initiatives to improve the health, education, and economic well-being of Ohio’s children and families. Together, we can shape a future where every Ohio child has a fair start. Be part of the conversation and learn how to engage in the upcoming state budget process. ?? Register Here: https://t.ly/4d4F9 #PolicyAgenda #ChildAdvocacy #OhioKids #GroundworkOhio