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Youth Leaders Set to Make an Impact in Milwaukee
Milwaukee Succeeds’ Autonomous Youth Council aims to build youth-adult equity by providing youth with the tools and opportunities to make their voices heard. Through placement at partner organizations, council members will be making decisions and influencing projects across Milwaukee.
Second Letter-Writing Session Strengthens ECE Advocacy
On March 15, Milwaukee Succeeds hosted its second letter-writing session at ThriveOn King, bringing together early educators, providers and community members in a powerful yet intimate gathering. With 8 participants, the session fostered a safe and supportive space for open discussions on the challenges facing early childhood education (ECE) and the urgent need for sustained state funding.
Letter-Writing Session Helps Community Advocate for Change
On March 8, Milwaukee Succeeds launched its first letter-writing session, uniting early educators, child care providers and community members in a powerful push for sustained state funding for early childhood education. As Wisconsin’s 2025-27 budget cycle unfolds, advocates are seizing this moment to demand real investment in the child care sector.
A Looming Crisis: ECE and the End of Child Care Counts
Our latest report, Still Making Every Dollar Count, uncovers the profound impact of Child Care Counts – and what’s at stake when this funding expires. Responses from over 650 providers across Milwaukee paint a vivid picture of resilience, creativity and, above all, a looming crisis that could affect thousands of families.
The Autonomous Youth Council Embarks on Partner Placements
In July, 26 young leaders from across Milwaukee began a journey of advocacy, empowerment and community-building as the inaugural cohort of the Autonomous Youth Council (AYC). Now they are poised to take their next big step: partner placements. Starting in February, AYC members will be embedded within various organizations across Milwaukee to put their training into practice.
Building Pathways through Policy
In order for our children to thrive, we must fix the systems that are standing in their way. This means addressing the policies, resources and power structures that often work against them. But we also understand that such progress cannot happen in isolation. To create meaningful change, we must unite around a common goal, amplifying our voices to advocate for the policies and resources that will ensure all children have the opportunities they need to succeed.