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Empire State Campaign for Child Care
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Working together to achieve universal child care that works for every child, family, and child care educator in New York State.

https://empirestatechildcare.org/
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Empire State Campaign for Child Care @empirestateccc.bsky.social · Aug 11
We are so proud to share our latest video that highlights the work of early childhood educators in New York State, and the need for just compensation. Check it out, and join us in the fight!
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Support the Child Care Workforce: Raise Your Voice for Fair Compensation
YouTube video by EMPIRE STATE CAMPAIGN FOR CHILD CARE
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empirestateccc.bsky.social
We are incredibly excited about our plan to achieve statewide universal child care, #NYSChildCareForAll! You can read more about the plan here: empirestatechildcare.org/new-york-sta...

Check out the latest coverage of our work:
spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/buffalo/...
Amid Mamdani push, key advocates unveil plan for universal child care phase-in
Empire State Campaign for Child Care advocates unveiled a proposal for initiating next steps they hope Hochul and lawmakers can get on board with.
spectrumlocalnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Many thanks to Jack Arpey at Spectrum News 1 Capital Region for highlighting the new report from @empirestateccc.bsky.social - New York State Child Care for All. Between Gov Hochul and Mayor-elect Mamdani, NY is in prime position to enact universal child care. spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-...
Amid Mamdani push, key advocates unveil plan for universal child care phase-in
Empire State Campaign for Child Care advocates unveiled a proposal for initiating next steps they hope Hochul and lawmakers can get on board with.
spectrumlocalnews.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:19 PM
empirestateccc.bsky.social
Thank you to the city and state leaders who joined us to launch #NYSUniversalChildCareForAll!
@jabaribrisport.bsky.social
@cmjengutierrez.bsky.social
@advocate.nyc.gov
November 21, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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The Empire State Campaign for Child Care laid out our path for universal child care in New York State on the steps of City Hall today. Read more here: www.politico.com/newsletters/...
November 21, 2025 at 12:26 AM
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Today's the big day! We'll be on the steps of City Hall discussing how we can roll out universal child care for New York State. #NYSChildCareForAll

Read more about our plan here: empirestatechildcare.org/wp-content/u...
November 20, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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We're excited to launch our plan for achieving universal child care in New York State! Join us tomorrow at City Hall!
Read more about our plan here: empirestatechildcare.org/wp-content/u...
November 19, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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ESCCC leaders Shoshana and Marina recently spoke with @usatoday.com about how Mayor Elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social can deliver universal child care.
www.usatoday.com/story/life/h...
Mamdani says he'll bring free child care to NYC. It's not easy, but is it possible?
Zohran Mamdani, mayor-elect for New York City, campaigned for free child care. Experts say this dream is attainable within the next five years.
www.usatoday.com
November 18, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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We agree, Mayor-Elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social! Let's make universal child care a reality across the Empire State!
zohrankmamdani.bsky.social Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · 16d
Soon, we'll oversee a budget of more than $100 billion — and every dollar will reflect our commitment to working New Yorkers and delivering universal childcare. Good thing some little New Yorkers gave me a counting lesson today!
November 14, 2025 at 10:12 PM
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@empirestateccc.bsky.social campaign leader Doris Irizarry advocates for just wages for the child care workforce in his article in @chalkbeat.org.
“People love what they do … but they cannot make a living."
www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2025...
Mamdani pledged universal child care for NYC. What will it take to get there?
Mamdani will face an array of logistical and operational challenges in standing up new public infrastructure for hundreds of thousands of youngsters.
www.chalkbeat.org
November 12, 2025 at 3:41 PM
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We look forward to being a resource for Mayor Elect @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social to deliver universal child care. Our coalition of policy advocates, parents, and child care providers of all modalities are here to help ensure an equitable, successful implementation!
www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2025...
Mamdani’s universal child care promise: Who's advising the mayor-elect?
As Mamdani builds out plans to deliver universal child care, he will have to weigh speed against stability. Universal prekindergarten offers lessons.
www.chalkbeat.org
November 7, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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Halloween candy is great. Universal child care is better.
October 31, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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As of November 1st, thousands of Head Start locations are at risk of closing. In NY, over 1600 slots and almost 700 staff are impacted. Children, families, and educators are bearing the brunt of cruel policies.
nhsa.org/about-nhsa/n...
Map: State-by-State Impact of the Government Shutdown on Head Start
Use this map to see how your state is impacted.
nhsa.org
October 28, 2025 at 12:13 PM
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Head Start is a successful program that has served millions of American families. Children shouldn't be collateral damage in our politics.
www.timesunion.com/opinion/arti...
Editorial: Head Start is a success story. Why mess with success?
Trump administration decisions and the federal shutdown are hurting social programs. Once again, it’s children who stand to be hurt the most.
www.timesunion.com
October 21, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Child care is one of the most costly items in a family's life. We're proud to be the statewide campaign charting a path to change that for every New Yorker.
gothamist.com/news/mamdani...
Mamdani, Gov. Hochul agree on universal child care. How to pay for it? Not so much
The governor and Democratic mayoral nominee differ on raising taxes.
gothamist.com
October 13, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Our campaign manager recently joined North Country Matters to discuss the state of child care at the state and federal level.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMrR...
North Country Matters Presents: A Child Care Update
YouTube video by Donna Seymour
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September 30, 2025 at 5:34 PM
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We were thrilled to have Matt Henderson from OLE! join us for our podcast to discuss how New Mexico became the first state in the nation to enact universal child care!
podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/t...
The Empire State Campaign for Child Care Podcast
Parenting Podcast · The Empire State Campaign for Child Care podcast examines issues facing the child care sector in New York State.
podcasts.apple.com
September 29, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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High-quality care is one of the smartest investments a government can make. An op-ed from Schuyler Center Board Member Elizabeth Palley appeared in @newsday.bsky.social
this week, urging New York to implement universal child care.
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Read more: scaany.org/wp-content/u...
September 19, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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ESCCC leader Elizabeth Palley has an op ed in today's @newsday.bsky.social about the urgent need for universal child care in NY. We can't afford to wait- the time is now.
September 17, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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ESCCC leaders Dede Hill and Alicia Marks joined Capitol Pressroom to talk about the dire needs of the child care workforce.
capitolpressroom.org/2025/09/12/c...
Child care workforce still waiting for state investment
Child care providers have been sounding the alarm about a staffing crisis for years. We check in on the status of the workforce and their need for investment.
capitolpressroom.org
September 12, 2025 at 5:13 PM
empirestateccc.bsky.social
New Mexico is leading the nation on the path to universal child care. It's time for New York to join them. Read our campaign's statement here:
empirestatechildcare.org/wp-content/u...
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September 12, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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New Mexico is the first state in the nation to enact universal child care. New York must be next.
abcnews.go.com/GMA/Family/n...
This state will become 1st to offer free, universal child care
New Mexico has become the first state in the country to guarantee free child care to families residing in the state.
abcnews.go.com
September 11, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Check out the blog post from our campaign manager about the need for year round child care for every family!
scaany.org/summer-after...
Summer, After School, and Beyond: Building a Child Care System That Meets Everyone’s Needs  | Schuyler Center
scaany.org
September 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Find your advocacy style, take action, and join us in calling for fair pay for child care workers. 🎥 Watch the video:
youtu.be/bm4wipSBCkw
📷 Take the quiz & join the campaign:
empirestatechildcare.org/support-the-... #ChildCareWorkforceThriveNY #AdvocateYourWay
September 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM
empirestateccc.bsky.social
On this #LaborDay, we at the Empire State Campaign for Child Care renew our commitment to delivering a child care system in New York that serves all families and a thriving wage for the child care workforce. It's what we deserve, and we won't stop fighting until it's done.
September 1, 2025 at 1:41 PM
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Great op-ed from ESCCC member Gabrielle in Buffalo News about the need to fairly compensate the child care workforce!
August 27, 2025 at 2:49 PM