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2022 Bright Spots
2022 was a year of inspiring stories – stories of community, of progress and of hope. In every single story, though, one thing is clear: We could not have done this work alone.
Systems Change Designation
Systems don't change overnight. This work takes time. It takes partners who are in it for the long haul, data that accurately reflects our community and its challenges, and a concerted effort to center community voice. For over a decade, Milwaukee Succeeds has worked to put these crucial elements in place.
Director’s Message: The Truth We Seek
In 2022, we learned what it means to operate as a truth-seeking organization. It means partnering authentically with others who are committed to the same outcomes and consistently exercising inclusivity as we engage with and learn from youth and community.
Milwaukee Succeeds Uses Data on Federal Funding to Drive Change
This spring, the ECE Coalition conducted a survey of all child care providers in the city, asking what impact Child Care Counts had on their programs – and what needs still remain. Now our Coalition is using their findings to advocate for continued investment in the industry.
What the Pandemic has Taught us about Changing Systems
Another year of the pandemic has come and gone, bringing change to everything it’s touched. At Milwaukee Succeeds, navigating this uncertain landscape has certainly presented challenges, but it’s also given us an opportunity to re-examine how we operate and discover new ways to work together.
Advocacy for Good
Throughout 2021, Milwaukee’s ECE Coalition brought a unified voice to decision-making tables across the state in hopes of expanding access to quality, affordable child care – particularly for Milwaukee’s Black and Brown families.