PARENT COHORT: APPLY TODAY!

Join us in shaping the future of child care in Oregon! Our new parent cohort program is a unique opportunity for parents to come together, empower each other, have dedicated leadership development, and play a pivotal role in building a comprehensive child care system that reflects our values and priorities.

Interested? Be sure to apply by May 31! (Timeline & FAQ below!)

Child Care for Oregon is a coalition of nonprofit organizations, labor unions, community advocates, parents, caregivers and providers working to build a comprehensive child care system in Oregon. Our vision is to build a universal, publicly-funded child care system in Oregon that is equitable, affordable, culturally-relevant, inclusive, developmentally appropriate, safe and community-led. 

In order to achieve this vision, we must reimagine a system that values child care and the diverse professionals who provide care. This new system must be developed by and for the Black and Indigenous people, people of color, and the largely women providers and parents who know the most about child care. 

Parent Cohort Timeline

Accepting applications: May 1, 2024 - May 31, 2024
Interviews: June 16, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Cohort begins: July 8, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the time commitment?

A: Candidates must be able to commit a minimum of 2 hours per week and attending at least 3 in person events from July 2024 through September 2024. Be sure to apply by May 31!

Q: Will participants be compensated for their time?

A: Participants who meet the program requirements will be compensated with a $1,500 stipend.

Q: I don’t have professional organizing experience. Should I still apply?

A: YES! No previous paid organizing experience is required to participate. Parents from diverse and underserved communities and those with lived experience navigating Oregon’s broken child care system are highly encouraged to apply.

Acknowledgement: Attendance is important! Participants will receive a stipend for full participation in the cohort.

Curriculum Created by Esperanza K Tervalon, A New Hope Consulting. Recreated with her permission.