Author: Amy Miranti
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Webinar: Protection Beyond Prevention: Building a Stronger Response to Lead Poisoning in Early Childhood
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Liftoff’s June 2026 Network News
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Liftoff’s April 2026 Network News
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Rural Realities: The State of Child Care in Rural WNY Webinar Recording
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Liftoff’s February 2026 Network News
Please find Liftoff’s February Network News. This month we are celebrating the release of our new report, created in collaboration with The Children’s Agenda on child care in rural Western New York. Additionally, we share our advocacy day wins and information on this years Week of the Young Child events.
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Report Release: “Rural Realities: The State of Child Care in Rural Western New York”
Child care has received increased attention across New York State, yet the realities facing rural communities remain largely overlooked. Persistent challenges in access, workforce stability, and funding equity continue to affect workforce participation, family stability, and long-term economic health. Please find our report created in partnership with The Children’s Agenda below.
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Rural Realities: The State of Child Care in Rural Western New York
Rural communities across Western New York face some of the toughest, and least talked about, child care challenges in New York State. Even with recent policy changes that have expanded access to child care, many rural families and child care providers are still struggling with staff shortages, limited options, enrollment closures, and funding systems that don’t always reflect local needs. Join Liftoff WNY and The Children’s Agenda for a timely webinar marking the release of our new report, Rural Realities: The State of Child Care in Rural Western New York. During the event, we’ll share key findings, explain how state and local policies shape access to child care in rural communities, and highlight short-term actions and long-term solutions needed to strengthen the system. This webinar is open to community members, providers, and advocates who want to better understand the challenges and opportunities to ensure every family can find affordable, high-quality child care close to home.
This webinar will be held on Friday, February 13th at 12:00pm. Please find the registration link below.