Although research shows it is an excellent investment, federal support for early childhood development in the U.S. and developing countries is inconsistent. Lacking such programs, millions of children do poorly in school and grow up to have low incomes and high fertility rates, putting strains on social services and perpetuating the cycle of poverty.
At this congressional briefing hosted by the Open Society Institute Early Childhood Program and the Woodrow Wilson Center, early childhood development experts will discuss what Congress can do both at home and abroad.
Speakers
- Sarah Klaus, Director, Early Childhood Program, Open Society Institute
- Michelle Neuman , Senior Early Childhood Development Specialist, World Bank
- Adele Robinson, Associate Executive Director, Public Policy, National Association for the Education of Young Children
- Emily Vargas-Barón, Director, The RISE Institute
- Sonya Michel, Director, U.S. Studies, Woodrow Wilson Center (moderator)
Location
Rayburn House Office Building
Room B-340
Independence Avenue and South Capitol Street
Washington, D.C. 20515
This event is free and open to the public.