Healey-Driscoll Administration
Strategies for Children draws on research, data, and the lived experiences of those working in early education and care, as well as families and communities, to shape our advocacy efforts with the Governor’s Administration. By listening to and elevating these real-world perspectives, we work alongside our partners to advocate for policy changes that lead to meaningful, positive outcomes for young children, families, and the Commonwealth.
Connect with EEC
The Department of Early Education and Care works with its Board Members to set policies and regulations related to early education and care programs and services in the Commonwealth. You can watch the three-hour monthly board meetings or tune into The 9:30 Call to hear a 30-minute update from Commissioner Amy Kershaw each month.
Three EEC Councils, made up of representatives outlined in legislation, advise the Commissioner: The EEC Advisory Council, The EEC Workforce Council, and The EEC Data Advisory Commission. Share your thoughts with us before the next Council meeting.
There are many policy change vehicles that impact EEC and that you can influence through advocacy:
- Laws, Regulations and Policies
- Executive Orders
- Commissions / Task Forces
- Ballot Questions
- Court Rulings
Advocacy across the early childhood system
The Department of Early Education and Care is only one piece of an interconnected web of state agencies that impact early childhood. To explore the journey that Massachusetts families and young children take, and the various systems, programs, settings and professionals they interact with along the way, visit EC101. Look up other parts of the Governor’s administration and learn how to engage with them.
Get involved!
There are many ways to advocate for your priorities with the Governor's Administration. Check out our Toolkit to learn how to write and submit public comment at board meetings or influence the various policy change vehicles that impact state government. You can always email us to learn more about engagement opportunities or share your ideas.