We Need Major Reform that Prioritizes the Needs of our Child Care Workforce
Type
Fact Sheet or Infographic
Year
2021
Level
City or Town, County, State
State(s)
All States
Policy Areas
Children & Families, Economic Justice, Education
This infographic argues that subsidized child care is ineffective until the early care and education system is reformed to ensure educators earn fair wages and benefits. Although subsidies have the potential to help low-income families afford child care, tax credits primarily benefit middle-and upper-income parents, while vouchers fail to ensure better compensation for staff working in child care programs.