The State of Childcare: No childcare, no workforce

Childcare workers are short-staffed, underpaid and underestimated. Who is fighting back?
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    It’s a career choice where children’s smiles, giggles and watching them grow are part of the reward.

    But for the childcare profession, many see their industry lacking the respect it deserves. The work they do every day — caring and preparing our children for successful futures — is what allows the broader workforce to be and remain employed…

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