As a MomsRising volunteer for many years, I've advocated for making early learning available to every kid in our country, and for funding HeadStart to do this important work. You, too, can get involved in this important advocacy, by clicking here to sign a petition to fully fund HeadStart. Unfortunately, I’ve also seen in my own community this year that without good policy, appropriate avenues for feedback, and culturally competent staff, HeadStart programs can struggle to provide effective early learning services for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) families. But I've also learned that as a white mom, I have the power to do something about it.

On the radio show this week we cover what’s happening with paid leave for all after a new baby arrives or serious health crisis strikes; how childcare support is moving in the states and in the nation’s capital; hear about two new film projects – Ladies First: The Story of Women in Hip Hop, and...

Three simple bills that help protect immigrant parents and children! Let’s help pass them into law! Have you ever thought what would happen to our country, our communities, and our families without the incredible support, relationships, and friendships immigrant parents and children enrich our...

On the radio show this week we dive in with the hosts of the Feminist Buzzkill podcast about all things Barbie and more; hear why one dad, who happens to be a US Representative, started a terrific Dad Caucus in Congress; learn the latest with the writers and actors strike and hear how you can...