Advocacy


Michigan AEYC - Your Advocacy Counts —Support Michigan’s Youngest Learners. Michigan AEYC Member Event Discount. Lunch and Conversation with lawmakers and Michigan AEYC colleagues. Events provide tools to engage lawmakers. Build your advocacy skills, expand your networks for statewide early childhood policy. Michigan AEYC’s Advocacy Committee is open to all members. The group meets monthly and hosts two advocacy events each year: Fall Legislative Event and Capitol Day.

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Committee

The purpose of the Michigan AEYC Advocacy Committee is to lead efforts in voicing the importance of investing in high quality early childhood experiences and professional
practitioners.

Chair Person

Kirsten Charnesky


To inquire about joining the Advocacy Committee, please reach out to the Michigan AEYC Advocacy Committee Chair, Kirsten Charnesky by email at advocacy@nullmiaeyc.org .


Michigan AEYC Advocacy Overview

The mission of the Michigan AEYC Advocacy Committee is to lead efforts in voicing the importance of investing in equitable high quality experiences for young children and elevating the early childhood profession. In partnership with the Michigan AEYC Office and other external stakeholders, the committee monitors legislation to develop advocacy resources for members to use. These resources can be used individually, or during national, state, and local events facilitated by Michigan AEYC.

The Michigan AEYC Advocacy Committee is diverse and inclusive. Members of the committee work or reside in several Michigan counties, including suburban, urban, and rural areas. The committee includes teachers, child care providers, professors, lawyers, social workers, and early childhood consultants.

The committee welcomes those interested in joining our early childhood advocacy efforts. Please contact the Michigan AEYC Advocacy Committee Chair for more information.


Whether you are just beginning your advocacy journey or already engaged in your community, you will discover meaningful ways to make your voice heard in ways that feel right for you.

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Advocacy Resources

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