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"[The Bezos Family Foundation] celebrates and works in partnership with its grantees and knows the work of its grantees is the most important."
Read our Q&A with new foundation president Dr. John Deasy: ⬇️
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We are pleased to announce that Dr. John Deasy has been named the new president of the Bezos Family Foundation.
Head to our website for the official announcement: bezosfamilyfoundation.org/st…
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Learn how the @NationalPLTI engages parents and children to shape the policies and systems that impact their families, schools and communities. ⬇️
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Let’s dispel the myth that speaking more than one language during the early years causes confusion. JOIN US! Tues, 6/6, 3pm ET, FREE: earlylearningnation.com/cglr
@stanforded @vioricamarian1 @SEALedEQUITY @WeAreUnidosUS @ReadingBy3rd @BezosFoundation #LearningTuesday
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Congratulations to our newest cohort of Institutional Challenge Grant grantees! The 2023 grants will be awarded to @utsystem at Austin, @UICnews, @VanderbiltU & @uva. wtgrantfoundation.org/bezos-…
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In partnership with @wtgrantfdn, @DorisDukeFdn, and @Spencer_Fdn, we are proud to announce the 2023 Institutional Challenge Grant awardees.
These grants, totaling $2.6 million, aim to reduce inequality in youth outcomes and promote collaborative work: ow.ly/aWXz50OFWQi
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So excited for the kickoff of Little Amal’s tour of the U.S. September to November! Can’t wait for all the experiences @walkwithamal will create @DorisDukeFdn @BezosFoundation
We're proud to be an inaugural supporter of Little Amal's (@walkwithamal) walk across the U.S. this fall, covering 6,000 miles from Boston to San Diego! Her powerful message of hope will be shared with 1,000+ artists at 100+ events in 35 towns & cities: apnews.com/article/little-am…
ALT Collage image of Little Amal alongside U.S. landmarks. Above, the text "Amal walks across America;" below, "One little girl. One big hope. September 7 - November 5"
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Register now for a webinar with @BUILDInitiative, @CSCCEUCB, @ChildTrends, @UDDIEEC, @IEELIInstitute, @ZEROTOTHREE & @ACFHHS on 5/23 at 12pm ET to learn more about the National Early Care and Education (ECE) Workforce Center: bit.ly/42Sxu7B
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May 8th was the second annual national #DayWithoutChildCare, where more than 700 child care providers closed to demand better pay.
Read @brycecovert's report on @EarlyLearnNatn about the dire straits #childcare providers are finding themselves in:
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This week, @earthforce and the @BezosFoundation came together for an exciting panel on Women Funders in Environmental Action Civics.
Catch up on important insights into the latest trends and ideas driving change in the environmental space. ⬇️ streamyard.com/watch/63zjbxY…
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"Because our children depend on us to not give up hope. Children want childhood to be joyful." @IheomaIruka looks ahead at where the early childhood workforce can go from here. bezosfamilyfoundation.org/st…
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Last week, we announced our 2023 grantees. This group of 15 institutions will bring the life-changing power of virtual exchange to 20,000 more young people over 2 years. Learn about each #WorldClassConnection here: stevensinitiative.org/announ… @ECAatState
ALT 2023 Stevens Initiative Grantees.
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Of the many issues impacting early learning and development — from prenatal care to developing high-quality, culturally-relevant curriculum — reforming the early ed sector to better support the workforce is top of mind for leaders in the field.
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Let's look ahead to where the early childhood #workforce can go from here:
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"Our nation needs to understand the inherent brilliance, unfettered joy and everlasting prosperity that Black children possess." Read about the work of partner @NBCDI in a new feature on @EarlyLearnNatn.
"The stories that are told about Black children are stories of struggle, trials and tribulations. Our nation needs to understand the inherent brilliance, unfettered joy and everlasting prosperity that Black children possess." -- @leahaustinatl @NBCDI bit.ly/40l9I2e
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Greetings from #TED2023. We're one day into this year's programming and already inspired.🙌
#TED2023. It begins! Huge thanks to an extraordinary team who've been working all year to create something truly incredible. And to those who've gathered here in Vancouver this week to co-create it with us. I think this will be one for the ages... conferences.ted.com/ted2023/…
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Pathways Early Learning Center: High-Quality Early Education for Kids Dealing with Homelessness, by @EarlyLearnNatn open.substack.com/pub/earlyl…
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Thank you @NSNO_NOLA and the 19 teams who participated in The Aspen Challenge: New Orleans. We had a tie for the first time in the 10-year history of program! Congratulations the AMAZING teams: 1st (tie), 2nd, & 3rd place teams (shown below). @AspenInstitute @BezosFoundation
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Congratulations and welcome to partner @facinghistory's new CEO and president Dr. Desmond K. Blackburn.
📣BIG ANNOUNCEMENT📣 Today we're thrilled to welcome Desmond K. Blackburn, PhD our new President & CEO. Watch this video to get a personal introduction & stay tuned this week to learn more about him & why he's excited to join Facing History. bit.ly/3o2Mro4
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A transformational $21 million gift from the @BezosFoundation to Columbia will help launch the Center for the Transition to Parenthood in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology.
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