National

National Connections

While each state is unique, there are organizations and initiatives in both the public and private sectors which impact children and families in Washington.  Similarly, other states have experiences from which we can learn.  While this page will not attempt to catalogue all of the potential resources, a few are highlighted here.  Understanding, learning from, and leveraging these connections will strengthen systems work in Washington state.

Kids Matter partner connections
Early Childhood Comprehensive Systems (ECCS): from the federal Maternal Child Health Bureau
The Build Initiative: from a national funders collaborative
Head Start-State Collaboration Office: from the federal Head Start Office

Early Childhood Connections
Reach Out and Read National Center
Strengthening Families through Early Care and Education

Health Connections
American Academy of Pediatrics
National Academy for State Health Policy
Commonwealth Fund