What is Early Childhood Policy?
An emerging field centered on the creation and implementation of coordinated, effective, and equitable policies, practices, and infrastructure that support children birth-through-8-years-old.
What is ECPIHE?
The Early Childhood Policy in Institutions of Higher Education (ECPIHE) initiative seeks to support the development of a new field of early childhood policy. In so doing, it seeks to enhance the study of, and experiences related to, advancing early childhood policy in American institutions of higher education (IHEs).
What is the Early Childhood Policy Network?
The Early Childhood Policy Network is an on-line network for individuals interested in the design, analysis, and implementation of early childhood policies. An outgrowth of the ECPIHE initiative, the Network is designed to enhance the discussion and practice of early childhood policy (ECP), bringing together those interested in advancing their work in these areas. It provides information, policy resources, and activities that support the open flow of ideas related to implementing ECP diverse settings, including institutions of higher education, local, state, and federal governments, and public and private organizations domestically and internationally. The Network has several components: access portals, webinars, and policy resources. For those interested in more in-depth exchanges, Policy Connect creates a community of practice that focuses on advancing ECP.
A Collection of ECPIHE-developed Materials for Use in IHEs
This section is split into two types of materials. The first category includes foundational reports, which are non-modifiable. The second category includes course syllabi, modules, and an internship handbook, all of which are designed to be modified to meet the user’s needs.
A Collection of Early Childhood Policy Resources
This section is a repository for resources and selected materials that include: EC policy briefs, ECP research reports, ECP academic papers and diversity, racial equity, and inclusion resources.
Want More Involvement? Join Policy Connect
Policy Connect is THE resource to advance your early childhood policy work.
Shape the next wave of early childhood policy professionals.
Share innovative and important policy-related resources.
Discuss policy efforts and strategies.
Promote best practice.
Be part of a diverse and passionate group of faculty, policy practitioners, and other professionals developing the materials that will become the foundational body of literature for early childhood policy.
What’s Happening in Early Childhood Policy in Higher Education?
Jobs Listings
Browse jobs, internships, fellowships, and academic positions in early learning policy.
Early Childhood Policy Events
Learn about upcoming early childhood events and watch recordings from past events.
Opportunity for Advanced Studies in Early Childhood Policy
Looking to advance your career in early childhood policy? We have a list of institutions of higher education offering certificates and degrees related to ECP.
