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The voted AGAIN to proclaim April 11 - 17 as and April 16 as of the Day of the Black Infant in LA County! Thank you to Supervisor for introducing the motion and for your continued support of Black mothers and babies.

Click the link below for the official release and to learn of all of the events happening in honor of Black Maternal Health week.

https://www.blackinfantsandfamilies.org/los_angeles_county_s_african_american_infant_and_maternal_mortality_prevention_initiative_leads_black_maternal_health_week_events_across_the_county_to_advance_safe_and_joyous_black_births?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARh4aZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAad3Ub2mtDFE4YH6d7A6LP9PGV0GocI0bTK_Z0vT3BWfKxbQkPaRFMqlrLJfsA_aem_90EeC12BVIC7sM-3qoPWFg

How do we create early-learning environments where every child feel seen, supported, and successful? Our recent story, “The Syntax of Change,” highlights the transformative work of Black ECE, a group dedicated to culturally affirming teaching practices that help young Black learners flourish in school and in life.

From research to real-world classrooms, this article explores how intentional, identity-affirming strategies are paving the way for stronger outcomes for children and families. 🌱🎓

👉 Read the full story: https://www.first5la.org/article/the-syntax-of-change-how-one-group-is-helping-young-black-learners-thrive/

Let’s champion early learning that honors culture, identity, and potential.

The Syntax of Change: How One Group is Helping Young Black Learners Thrive | First 5 Los Angeles It’s the first morning of the BlackECE Symposium, and poet Micah Bournes has the stage. The audience — ECE professionals, policymakers, researchers, advocates and more — listen quietly as Bournes speaks with passion and intensity about the lost African languages of his ancestors:

“I speak Mandarin and English, so I can…”​

Speaking more than one language supports early development, builds confidence, strengthens family connections, and reflects the rich diversity of our communities.​

Watch and share our video with the Mandarin speakers in your life! ​

Two languages. It gives you more.​

Two Languages, It’s Always More | English/Mandarin The Quality Start Los Angeles Dual Language Learner Initiative helps nurture multilingualism in L.A. County's young children by connecting with families and ...

Black History Month is more than a celebration — it’s a powerful reminder of the contributions, resilience, and stories that have shaped our communities. In our latest article, we reflect on the 100th anniversary of celebrating the legacy of Black history.

Read why remembering matters and how studying history can inspire future generations: https://www.first5la.org/article/the-importance-of-remembering-black-history-month/