BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//BlackECE - ECPv6.15.1.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:BlackECE X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blackece.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for BlackECE REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260518T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260316T235904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T235904Z UID:5167-1779120000-1779127200@blackece.org SUMMARY:BlackECE Wisdom Circle Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Wisdom Circle is a space where Black community members and industry professionals serve as cultural brokers—offering perspective and bringing lived experience\, knowledge\, and thoughtfulness to inform the BlackECE leadership team’s strategic decision‑making. \nIdeally\, the Circle includes the following perspectives: \n\nCo-founders\nStaff & Consultants\nChild development experts\nCommunity representatives\n\nIf you would like more information how you can contribute to the BlackECE Wisdom Circle\, please contact Samantha@blackece.org. \n\nGo back Your message has been sent\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nOrganization/Company(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n \nWarning.\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit URL:https://blackece.org/event/blackece-wisdom-circle-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260506T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260317T002452Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T002452Z UID:5178-1778072400-1778079600@blackece.org SUMMARY:Black English Webinar Series: Webinar #2 DESCRIPTION:The Black English Language Workgroup is a collaborative partnership of organizations committed to advancing language justice for Black children in early childhood education. The workgroup brings together BlackECE\, Californians Together\, Catalyst California\, and Early Edge to challenge harmful language hierarchies and affirm Black English as a legitimate\, rule-governed language rooted in Black history\, culture\, and community. \nGrounded in research\, community knowledge\, and lived experience\, the workgroup centers the voices of Black families\, educators\, and advocates to address how language bias shows up in early learning spaces—and how it can be dismantled. Together\, the partners work to shift narratives\, strengthen practice\, and influence policy so Black children’s home languages are honored as assets rather than deficits. \nAbout the Webinar Series\nThis three-part webinar series brings together parents\, educators\, advocates\, researchers\, and community leaders to explore Black (English) Language as a rule-governed language and a powerful asset in children’s identity\, belonging\, and early literacy development. Through shared learning\, research\, history\, and policy dialogue\, participants will strengthen their ability to advance language-affirming practices that uplift Black children and families across early childhood systems. \nWebinar #2: Honoring Home Language: Black (English) Language\, History\, and Early Literacy Development \nThe second webinar deepens the series by examining the historical roots of Black (English) Language and its connection to early literacy development. Centering community knowledge and parent–child relationships\, this session highlights how honoring home language is grounded in the wisdom of families and cultural insiders and shapes how young children come to understand language and learning. Join us for a dynamic conversation with a special guest speaker\, moderated by Dr. Ash from Black Californians United for Early Care and Education (BlackECE). The session will draw from family and community listening sessions to connect history\, language\, and literacy\, offering grounded insights that support language-affirming practice across early childhood settings. URL:https://blackece.org/event/black-english-webinar-series-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Black English END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260426T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260317T002035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T002035Z UID:5175-1777226400-1777233600@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice within a year\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \n\nGo back Your message has been sent\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nWhat best describes you?(required)\n \n Child Care Provider\n Parent\n Community Member\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n\n\nMessage(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n \nWarning.\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-8/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Lift Every Voice ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260414T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260403T140453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T140453Z UID:5209-1776168000-1776175200@blackece.org SUMMARY:[Webinar] From Cradle to College: Helping Families Claim CalKIDS Accounts DESCRIPTION:  \n \nBringing Up California invites you to join our upcoming webinar:\nFrom Cradle to College: Helping Families Claim CalKIDS Accounts\nTuesday\, April 14\, 2026 | 12:00 PM PT | Virtual on Zoom \nCalKIDS is the nation’s largest state-run child savings account program\, and millions of California’s children already have money set aside in these accounts for their future. However\, most of these accounts remain unclaimed.  \nCalKIDS is not something families need to qualify for. It is an investment in our children’s future and a tool in a long tradition of community care and mutual support. You can help ensure children fully benefit from the resources already available to them. \nOur webinar is designed for trusted messengers and organizations like yours that work directly with families. This session will: \n\nIntroduce Bringing Up California \nShare the why behind early wealth-building initiatives in California\nProvide practical guidance on how families can claim their CalKIDS accounts\nAddress common barriers\, including digital literacy and data security concerns\nCenter lived experience and community voice\nExplore how spreading the word about CalKIDS is a form of community advocacy\n\nRegister Here\n  URL:https://blackece.org/event/webinar-from-cradle-to-college-helping-families-claim-calkids-accounts/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260317T001556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T001556Z UID:5172-1774202400-1774209600@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice within a year\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \n\nGo back Your message has been sent\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nWhat best describes you?(required)\n \n Child Care Provider\n Parent\n Community Member\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n\n\nMessage(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n \nWarning.\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-7/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260316T235245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T235245Z UID:5164-1773792000-1774051199@blackece.org SUMMARY:2026 Annual CAAASA PD Summit DESCRIPTION:BlackECE will be attending the 2026 Annual CAAASA PD Summit. URL:https://blackece.org/event/2026-annual-caaasa-pd-summit/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260311 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260316T234828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T234828Z UID:5150-1773187200-1773532799@blackece.org SUMMARY:Black Literacy Matters Conference DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nAbout the Conference\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Black Literacy Matters® Conference is a national professional learning convening dedicated to strengthening literacy outcomes through evidence-based instruction\, structured literacy practices\, and effective intervention for struggling readers. \nThe conference was founded in response to a measurable and persistent challenge: too many students across the country remain below proficient in reading. Among them are students who have historically experienced limited access to high-quality\, explicit literacy instruction — including students with learning differences\, students navigating language variation\, and students in communities where literacy outcomes have remained disproportionately low over time. \nThe Black Literacy Matters® Conference focuses on solutions. Rather than centering rhetoric\, the conference centers research. Sessions highlight the science of reading\, structured literacy implementation\, language development\, culturally responsive instructional alignment\, and practical classroom strategies that improve foundational skills and long-term achievement. \nBlackECE will be presenting at the conference! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLanguage as Identity: Supporting Early Literacy Through Black English and Black Languages \nPresented by Samantha Thompson & Lisa Wilson \nLearn More: https://blackliteracymatters.org/black-literacy-matters/conference/ URL:https://blackece.org/event/black-literacy-matters-conference/ LOCATION:Norfolk State University\, 700 Park Avenue\, Norfolk\, VA\, 23504\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260202T170938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T174716Z UID:5048-1772024400-1772031600@blackece.org SUMMARY:Understanding Black English: What It Is and Why It Matters DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, February 25 | 1:00 PM (PT) \nThis session centers the historical roots of Black English and its deep connections to early literacy development. Grounded in community knowledge and parent–child relationships\, the conversation highlights how honoring home language is an act of cultural affirmation that shapes how young children understand language\, learning\, and themselves. \nThe webinar features a dynamic conversation with a special guest speaker\, moderated by Dr. Ashley Williams (BlackECE)\, and draws from family and community listening sessions to connect history\, language\, and early literacy. \nRegister here:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9l8iyT7vRfK1qRlsyoYkWA URL:https://blackece.org/event/understanding-black-english-what-it-is-and-why-it-matters/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260127T012952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T012952Z UID:5007-1771783200-1771790400@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice in 2024\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \nComplete the Commitment Form. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-6/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Lift Every Voice ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260127T013552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T013552Z UID:5009-1771763400-1771779600@blackece.org SUMMARY:Black Joy Parade DESCRIPTION:Black Joy Parade is a hyper-positive non-profit based in Oakland\, CA that celebrates the Black experience and community’s contribution to history and culture with its signature parade and celebration\, partnerships and events. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Black Joy Parade exists to provide the Black community and allies a live experience that celebrates our influence on cultures past\, present and future. We will unite a diverse community by creating a space to express each of our unique contributions to the Black experience. We invite you to be creative\, be open\, be present\, be free. URL:https://blackece.org/event/black-joy-parade/ LOCATION:Downtown Oakland\, 1 Kaiser Plaza\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260127T014439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T014439Z UID:5016-1771437600-1771444800@blackece.org SUMMARY:BlackECE Professional Development Institute Cohort 2: Session #3 DESCRIPTION:At Black Californians United for Early Care and Education (BlackECE)\, we are dedicated to transforming Early Childhood Education (ECE) by offering specialized workshops and training for educators that promote culturally affirming care for Black children. Our training sessions equip early childhood education professionals\, including P-3 educators with tools to create enriching\, supportive\, and inclusive environments where Black children thrive\, while also addressing the historical harms that have been created in education systems. \nOur Institute is a 5-session\, 10 hour professional development series offered online (Zoom)\, for only $750.00. Space is limited to 30 participants and attendees are required to attend all five sessions. We offer flexible payment options\, including installment payments. \nSession #3 Training Overview:\nRaising Anti-racist Children Through Love and Healing\nOffers practical approaches for nurturing anti-racist values in children and educators alike\, promoting love and self-care in the process. \nLearn More URL:https://blackece.org/event/blackece-professional-development-institute-cohort-2-session-3/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260127T014250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T014250Z UID:5014-1770228000-1770235200@blackece.org SUMMARY:BlackECE Professional Development Institute Cohort 2: Session #2 DESCRIPTION:At Black Californians United for Early Care and Education (BlackECE)\, we are dedicated to transforming Early Childhood Education (ECE) by offering specialized workshops and training for educators that promote culturally affirming care for Black children. Our training sessions equip early childhood education professionals\, including P-3 educators with tools to create enriching\, supportive\, and inclusive environments where Black children thrive\, while also addressing the historical harms that have been created in education systems. \nOur Institute is a 5-session\, 10 hour professional development series offered online (Zoom)\, for only $750.00. Space is limited to 30 participants and attendees are required to attend all five sessions. We offer flexible payment options\, including installment payments. \nSession #2 Training Overview:\nBlood Memory: A Discussion of Historical Trauma and Black People\nExplores how generational trauma impacts Black families and children\, and how educators can create safe spaces for healing and learning. \nLearn More URL:https://blackece.org/event/blackece-professional-development-institute-cohort-2-session-2/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250916T200235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T200235Z UID:4749-1769448600-1769455800@blackece.org SUMMARY:BlackECE Wisdom Circle Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Wisdom Circle is a space where Black community members and industry professionals serve as cultural brokers—offering perspective and bringing lived experience\, knowledge\, and thoughtfulness to inform the BlackECE leadership team’s strategic decision‑making. \nIdeally\, the Circle includes the following perspectives: \n\nCo-founders\nStaff & Consultants\nChild development experts\nCommunity representatives\n\nIf you would like more information how you can contribute to the BlackECE Wisdom Circle\, please contact Samantha@blackece.org. \n\nGo back Your message has been sent\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nOrganization/Company(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nJob Title\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n \nWarning.\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit URL:https://blackece.org/event/blackece-wisdom-circle-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Thompson":MAILTO:samantha@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260127T012256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T012256Z UID:5005-1769364000-1769371200@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice in 2024\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \nComplete the Commitment Form. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-5/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Lift Every Voice ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20260127T014124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T014124Z UID:5012-1769018400-1769025600@blackece.org SUMMARY:BlackECE Professional Development Institute Cohort 2: Session #1 DESCRIPTION:At Black Californians United for Early Care and Education (BlackECE)\, we are dedicated to transforming Early Childhood Education (ECE) by offering specialized workshops and training for educators that promote culturally affirming care for Black children. Our training sessions equip early childhood education professionals\, including P-3 educators with tools to create enriching\, supportive\, and inclusive environments where Black children thrive\, while also addressing the historical harms that have been created in education systems. \nOur Institute is a 5-session\, 10 hour professional development series offered online (Zoom)\, for only $750.00. Space is limited to 30 participants and attendees are required to attend all five sessions. We offer flexible payment options\, including installment payments. \nSession #1 Training Overview:\nAffirming Black Culture: A Pathway to Wellness\nIntroduces the importance of developmentally appropriate and culturally affirming education\, helping educators understand the role of environment and experiences in shaping thriving children. \nLearn More URL:https://blackece.org/event/blackece-professional-development-institute-cohort-2-session-1/ LOCATION:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251228T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251228T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250916T205016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T205016Z UID:4761-1766944800-1766952000@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice in 2024\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \nComplete the Commitment Form. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-4/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250916T204904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T204904Z UID:4759-1763920800-1763928000@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice in 2024\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \nComplete the Commitment Form. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250916T195708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T195708Z UID:4713-1763400600-1763407800@blackece.org SUMMARY:BlackECE Wisdom Circle Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Wisdom Circle is a space where Black community members and industry professionals serve as cultural brokers—offering perspective and bringing lived experience\, knowledge\, and thoughtfulness to inform the BlackECE leadership team’s strategic decision‑making. \nIdeally\, the Circle includes the following perspectives: \n\nCo-founders\nStaff & Consultants\nChild development experts\nCommunity representatives\n\nIf you would like more information how you can contribute to the BlackECE Wisdom Circle\, please contact Samantha@blackece.org. \n\nGo back Your message has been sent\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nOrganization/Company(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nJob Title(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Warning\n \n \n \n \n \nWarning.\n \n \n \n \n \n Submit URL:https://blackece.org/event/blackece-wisdom-circle-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Samantha Thompson":MAILTO:samantha@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250916T204756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T204756Z UID:4757-1761501600-1761508800@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice in 2024\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \nComplete the Commitment Form. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting-2/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250916T201901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T204530Z UID:4751-1759082400-1759089600@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to stand up for Black child care educators? Are you ready to take your voice to Sacramento\, your local community\, and maybe (maybe) nationally to fight the racial wage gap? Do you want to join a cohort of Black child care providers in community\, support\, fellowship and action? You must be able to: \n\nAttend virtual twice a month 1-hour gatherings/trainings with your fellow advocates\nBe willing to make phone calls and/or send emails to decision makers\nBe willing to travel to Sacramento to testify or provide public comment at hearings\, meet with legislators at least twice in 2024\nWith training and support\, be able and willing to tell your story to legislators\, possibly present workshops at conferences or to other interested parties\nProvide your voice to help develop solutions to Black child care educators being paid .78 less on average than their white counterparts\n\nAll advocates will have travel expenses covered\, receive a $1500 annual stipend\, stipends for out of town advocacy\, and small stipends for the twice a month gatherings.\nAre you in? \nComplete the Commitment Form. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-monthly-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T072112 CREATED:20250908T175639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T175639Z UID:4662-1758967200-1758974400@blackece.org SUMMARY:Lift Every Voice Open House DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, September 27th\, 2025\, we will be hosting the Lift Every Voice Open House at 1061 East Hyde Park Blvd\, Inglewood. Lift Every Voice is a powerful collective of Black early care and education providers united to advocate for racial wage justice. We are building a strong\, proud coalition of Black advocates to shape California’s policies\, systems\, and services to nurture Black children and affirm Black culture. \nThis Open House is perfect for those interested in connecting with fellow center-based early learning and child care professionals\, learning more about BlackECE\, and finding out how you can get involved with the Lift Every Voice initiative. It’s a chance to engage with the community\, share your experiences\, and see how we’re working together to drive systemic change. \nRSVP Here. URL:https://blackece.org/event/lift-every-voice-open-house/ LOCATION:From the Heart Preschool & Enrichment Center\, 1061 East Hyde Park Blvd\, Inglewood\, CA\, 90302\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Tonia McMillian":MAILTO:tonia@blackece.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR