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ReadyNation members see the inequity which harms the development of Black and brown children. WCBU student reporter Jordan Mead tells us why they feel it s urgent to meet the needs of these children.
Illinois human resources veteran Joni Duncan says there are important factors about child development that we must understand. Research makes it increasingly clear that many workforce fundamentals are seeded during the earliest years of learning and life. From technical skills like math, to more social-emotional skills like creativity and teamwork, Duncan said.
Duncan said too many Illinois children do not benefit from early learning opportunities they need to develop their potential.