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:20260126T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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:20260403T105555 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