Addressing educational equity, the opportunity gap, school readiness and other complex challenges facing children birth to age eight is a critical task facing this country, and state policymakers are in a unique position to help produce impactful outcomes for children and youth – that’s the conclusion of a new report by the State Policy and […]

First 1000 Days Sarasota has become the first local affiliate of the Florida First 1000 Days Coalition! In Sarasota County, 52 percent of babies are born in to families living in poverty. These new mothers and babies often leave the hospital and return to an unstable home offering little food, emotional support and other important […]

Congratulations to Dr. Wil Blechman, recipient of the 2018 Chiles Advocacy Award! Dr. Blechman, a member of the First 1000 Days Florida Coalition was honored at the Children’s Week dinner on Monday. Dr. Blechman retired from medical practice in 1994 to devote his efforts to advocating for young children and explaining their developmental needs to […]