1,000+ US childcare providers closed or staff called off sick on National Day Without Childcare, highlighting industry crisis, low wages, and need for affordable, equitable childcare.
1,000+ US childcare providers closed or had staff call off sick on National Day Without Childcare, raising awareness about the industry's crisis. The movement highlights the critical role of early learning professionals, low wages ($14.60 median hourly), and the need for affordable, equitable childcare. Parents and providers demand better pay, more tax credits, and improved childcare access.
May 13, 2024
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