The Children's Movement of Florida

The Children's Movement of Florida Executive Leadership:
David Lawrence Jr., Founder and Chair


For staff and board, visit: https://www.childrensmovementflorida.org/about/leadership

We are a movement of Florida parents, educators, business and community leaders, advocates, and policymakers championing the policies and investments that support Florida’s youngest children and their families.

Ready to put your voice into action? Apply to the Parent Leadership Network and join parents across Florida who are help...
08/12/2026

Ready to put your voice into action? Apply to the Parent Leadership Network and join parents across Florida who are helping shape change in their communities.
 
Apply by August 20, 2026 ➡️ bit.ly/pln-about
 

Every child deserves a strong start. 💙All in for Early Learning is a statewide movement bringing Floridians together to ...
08/11/2026

Every child deserves a strong start. 💙

All in for Early Learning is a statewide movement bringing Floridians together to show that early learning matters.

The first five years shape how children learn, grow, and thrive. And when we invest in early childhood, we strengthen Florida’s families, workforce, economy, and future.

When you sign the All in for Early Learning pledge, you’re making your voice visible—showing lawmakers that people across Florida care about early learning and want it to be a priority.

✍️ Sign the pledge. Add your voice. Share it with someone who should be All in, too.

➡️ bit.ly/tcm-all-in-pledge

Built to Thrive is back—and IN PERSON for the first time ever! 🎉 Join us in Orlando on November 9 & 10 to collaborate wi...
08/09/2026

Built to Thrive is back—and IN PERSON for the first time ever! 🎉

Join us in Orlando on November 9 & 10 to collaborate with educators, business leaders, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to strengthening Florida’s future through early childhood investment.

This isn't just a conference; it's a working convening to drive real community change. Your voice belongs in this conversation.

Register today ➡️ builttothrivefl.org

New to the summit? Catch up on our past virtual sessions on YouTube ➡️ bit.ly/tcm-youtube

08/07/2026

Children are paying attention. And they deserve to be included in conversations about the future of their communities.

At KidCasting, students asked honest questions about leadership, public service and how laws impact everyday lives.

Advocacy begins when people feel empowered to speak up—no matter their age.

Find the full interview ➡️bit.ly/KidCasting2026

State Representative Yvonne Hinson, The Brownsville Preparatory Institute, LLC

08/06/2026

“Find the connection to make it work.”

Being a parent advocate doesn’t mean doing it alone. Our Parent Leadership Network is all about building the connections, skills, and community needed to create real change for Florida’a children and their families.

Your story matters. Your voice matters. Join us.

📣 Applications for our second cohort are officially open! Make sure to submit yours by August 20.

Get started now ➡️bit.ly/pln-about

On our next Future Call, we'll explore how communities are expanding access to maternal and child health care in rural F...
08/06/2026

On our next Future Call, we'll explore how communities are expanding access to maternal and child health care in rural Florida.

Andrea Medellin, executive director of the Okeechobee Healthy Start Coalition, and Samantha Suffich, CEO of Martin County Healthy Start Coalition, Inc., will share how the MOM Mobile is helping bridge gaps in care by bringing prenatal services directly into the community. Together, they'll discuss the partnerships that made the initiative possible, the innovative approaches driving its success, and how community-led solutions are improving access to care for families.

➡️ bit.ly/tcm-futurecall

08/04/2026

Investing in child care is an investment in our workforce and communities.

Hear from Varnessa McCray, our director of community engagement, as she shares takeaways from our recent conversation with Jennifer Mekler from Pinellas County Schools. The discussion highlighted how their employer-supported child care model helps recruit and retain talented staff, reduces stress for working parents, and provides a strong foundation for young children.

When employers prioritize reliable, affordable child care, it strengthens families, businesses, and Florida's future.

📣 Our next Future Call is happening Tuesday, August 11—we hope you’ll join us!

🌐: bit.ly/thefuturecall

Know your options. Election Day is approaching. Whether you choose to vote early, vote by mail, or vote on Election Day,...
08/03/2026

Know your options. Election Day is approaching.

Whether you choose to vote early, vote by mail, or vote on Election Day, now is the time to make your plan to vote.

Explore our 2026 voter guide to learn more ➡️ bit.ly/tcm-voterguide2026

07/31/2026

Legislators make decisions that impact children, families, and communities every day—which is why it’s important for young people to understand the role they play.

Through KidCasting, students had the opportunity to connect directly with lawmakers and ask the questions that matter to them.

Find the full interview ➡️bit.ly/KidCasting2026

Lisa A. Dunkley, The Brownsville Preparatory Institute, LLC

07/29/2026

Behind this statistic are many children whose futures can be transformed with the right support, encouragement, and opportunities to build strong reading skills.

Join us tomorrow at the ReadingPals 2026: Annual Learning & Impact Gathering as we celebrate the impact of ReadingPals, hear from Kent Johnson, CEO of Highlights, for our keynote, and explore how Florida worked together this past year to help more children become confident readers.

Register now ➡️ bit.ly/ReadingPals-event

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Miami, FL
33129

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