Topic: Advocacy

Head Start at the 2023 State of the Union

Thirteen members of the Head Start community attended the 2023 State of the Union, including three special guests.

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All We Accomplished Together in 2022

From funding increases, to coming together to celebrate the promise of Head Start, we are proud of all we have accomplished together in 2022.

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Webinar: Preschool Development Grants

Head Start and Early Head Start are critical infrastructure in state early childhood systems and has the potential to partner with Preschool Development Grants to support child and family success.

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Webinar: SNAP Eligibility Policy Discussion with the FRAC

FRAC shares how to maximize the inclusion of SNAP enrolled families through the newly-created Head Start categorical eligibility pathway.

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SNAP Eligibility Implementation Toolkit

The Formula Shortage and Early Head Start

Parents and caregivers across the country are anxious and scared about the ongoing formula shortage. Early Head Start program staff know all too well the negative impacts food insecurity and hunger have on children and families and understand why the formula shortage is top-of-mind for so many caregivers across the country. Here’s the latest information…

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6 Steps to Spread Head Start Awareness through the Media

Child Care and Development Block Grant Reauthorization Act Summary

Webinar: NAACP Florida State Conference

The NAACP Florida State Conference and NHSA discuss our organization’s shared missions and long-standing relationship.

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Early Head Start: Recommended Changes to the Head Start Act

NHSA Recognizes Congressional Leaders with 2022 Awards

Sen. Richard Burr was honored with NHSA’s highest accolade, the Robert E. Cooke Lifetime Achievement Award, for his career-long dedication to Head Start.

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Join NHSA’s Head Start Advocacy Network

NHSA relies on your voice for our advocacy and engagement in Washington, D.C., and across the country. Sign up for our mailing list to receive our action alerts and updates on policy issues relevant to Head Start.

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