Unleashing Alabama’s workforce potential: The urgent case for child care
Access to safe, affordable child care should not exist behind a velvet rope.
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Affordable and accessible child care is crucial to Alabama’s working families and the future of our workforce.
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See recent postsAffordable child care keeps us “Working for Alabama”
When parents know that our kids are safe, happy, healthy, and well-cared for, we can give our very best.
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The financial strain on working families has become increasingly evident.
Chamber CEO, Ainsworth to address child care at foundation event
The event, "Clearing the Path: The Business Case for Child Care," will be held on Jan. 25 in Birmingham.
January 17, 2024
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See recent postsChild care is key in helping parents return to work
With rising costs and a lack of options, child care is a growing obstacle for working parents.
Alabama DHR reopens applications for final round of child care bonuses
Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for quarterly bonuses of $3,000.
August 24, 2023
Alabama DHR accepting final round of child care bonus applications
Grant applications will be accepted through Aug. 16, 2023.
August 14, 2023
Alabama DHR announces 7th round of child care bonuses
DHR has awarded 8,430 grants to providers since the initiative was announced in November 2021.
June 16, 2023
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Affordable and accessible child care is crucial to Alabama’s working families and the future of our workforce.