Implementation of the Early Childhood Educator Pay Equity Fund was largely successful because of strong partnerships, an effective communication and outreach plan, and an up-to-date census of DC’s early educators.
Program directors generally expressed positive sentiments around the fund but raised concerns about equity and fairness, reflecting that all child care staff, including support staff and directors, should be eligible.
Parents generally supported the Pay Equity Fund, recognizing it as one step toward more equitable compensation and better retention for early educators.
The Purple Line Collaborative’s multifaceted approach to equitable development established potential for long-lasting, positive changes in the local policy environment. An animated video documents efforts to help develop an equitable development pipeline in the corridor.
Investing in the arts can help support local organizations and artists, create social bonds, and grow a region’s economy. Urban conducted four case studies of localities’ art funding structures, including DC’s, and identified best practices.
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