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Appalachian Early Childhood Network

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Advocacy

How We Advocate


The Appalachian Early Childhood Network is THE advocate for early childhood care and education in Appalachia.

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State Advocacy

AECN participates in all state level advocacy events, including Children’s Advocacy Day in Frankfort. During the 2021 Legislative Session, we worked with our partners to advocate for important legislation regarding child care.

Follow the link to listen to an interview with our Executive Director on WEKU about a bill concerning Family Child Care Homes.

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Community Advocacy

AECN has deep roots in Appalachia. Expect to see us in your community, participating in activities that support our families, children, and providers. We are also active on local Chambers of Commerce and community leadership teams.

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Family Advocacy

AECN believes families deserve high-quality, affordable child care. We provide resources for those looking for care, and we advocate for increased CCAP eligibility and lower copays for families.

Track Kentucky General Assembly Bills


Track bills that are good for Kentucky kids through the Kentucky Youth Advocates website.

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Areas We Serve


We serve all Kentucky counties recognized by the Appalachian Regional Commission.

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