“Early childhood advocacy is about making changes in the lives of young children and their families and the status of those who work so hard to teach and care for them. It is about convictions and compassion, empowerment and energy, courage and consensus.” (Goffin, S.G. and Lombardi, J., 1988)

Advocacy efforts for early childhood, education and children’s issues are not tackled by any single agency, entity or organization. The Early Learning Coalition of Hillsborough County makes a concerted effort to promote, endorse, participate in, and coordinate advocacy activities with various community organizations wanting to help children and their families. Our goal is to encourage everyone to become an advocate for local, state, and federal issues impacting children.

The ELCHC has an active Advocacy Committee that currently meets the second Monday of every other month at 3:45 p.m - 5:00 p.m.  Meetings are open to the public and we welcome your attendance and involvement.

The ELCHC strives to provide the information and tools necessary for you to become a better advocate for children.