Community Engagement Leader
CurrentThe North Carolina Early Childhood Foundation is leading change in the health and education systems that build a child's foundation to thrive. Our focus is on ensuring that all children, from birth through third grade, have the support they need. We lead with racial equity - it's crucial to close the opportunity gap for children of color.I lead Family Forward NC®, an innovative initiative to help employers create workplaces thatsupport families and children’s health and well-being while keeping North Carolina’s businessescompetitive. Our comprehensive Guide to Family Forward Workplaces equips businesses withresearch-based, family-friendly practices to enhance workplace productivity, recruitment, andretention. NC employers can be Family Forward NC® Certified. Earning certification demonstrates to potential employees, customers, and stakeholders that your workplace is inclusive, supportive, and primed for success.