At EELE, we believe in the power of connection, collaboration, and shared leadership.

Our work focuses on three key areas: Community Engagement & Collective Voice, Resource Access, and Strategic Partnerships & Innovation — all designed to strengthen early learning business owners and elevate the role of childcare across Miami-Dade.

Through in-person gatherings and virtual events, we create opportunities for members to learn from one another, access practical support, and build strong relationships that support a more sustainable future for early learning.

Community Engagement & Collective Voice

We equip EELE members with clear messaging, tools, and opportunities to engage community leaders, industry partners, and local stakeholders about the essential role of early learning.

Our focus includes:

  • Strengthening shared messaging about the economic and community impact of early learning
  • Supporting conversations around sustainable wages and workforce stability
  • Increasing visibility of early learning businesses across chambers and business networks
  • Expanding access to high-quality early education through stronger partnerships
  • Engaging providers, experts, and aligned organizations in meaningful dialogue

Voices for Healthy Kids – Campaign Resource Library
The Children’s Movement of Florida

Resource Hub

EELE serves as a trusted resource connector for early learning business owners.

We identify, map, and share funding, workforce, and technical assistance opportunities so members can easily find and use the support available to them.

Our Resource Hub includes:

  • Building Connections: Peer collaboration to share real-world solutions
  • Business Support: Tools and guidance for financial management, operations, and sustainability
  • Professional Development: Training and workforce pathways that strengthen program quality

Access to Community Resources: Connections to scholarships, wage supports, and workforce initiatives

Register for the Business Leadership Institute (BLI)
PNC – Grow Up Great Resources
Thrive by Five- The Children’s Trust
Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe
Miami-Dade College – Teacher Apprenticeship Program
Jump Start – Early Childhood Consultation

Strategic Partnerships & Innovation

At EELE, innovation means strengthening the ecosystem around early learning business owners.

With the support of partners and members, we:

  • Build cross-sector partnerships that highlight childcare as essential to workforce and economic development
  • Identify funding and resource gaps to inform new collaboration opportunities
  • Explore sustainable models that support business growth and workforce stability
  • Create space for thoughtful dialogue and collaborative problem-solving

Innovation at EELE is rooted in relationships, visibility, and long-term sustainability.

EELE Coalition Meetings: Where Connection Sparks Change

These meetings are a chance for EELE members and other early learning leaders to come together, feel supported, and share what’s really going on in the field. Whether you’re joining in person or online, you’ll connect with others, learn new ideas, and find real ways to grow your business and make a difference.

Each gathering includes open conversations, helpful tips from experts, and updates on how we can all speak up for better policies. You’ll leave with new ideas, new connections, and a stronger sense of what we can do together.

Come hang out, speak up, and be part of something bigger!

Upcoming Events

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    Strategic Leadership and Operational Success

    Connect with local early learning leaders to strengthen our collective voice, boost economic visibility, and support center sustainability. Join Us for the Empowering Early Learning Educators In-Person Meeting! Early childhood business owners, operators, and directors play a vital role in our community. Join us for an interactive, empowering session focused on strengthening the collective voice and economic visibility of early learning businesses across the county. What We’ll Focus On: Collective Advocacy: Elevating the economic visibility and impact of early childhood programs in our region. Peer Collaboration: Sharing real-world expertise and strategies with fellow center owners and directors. Sustainable Growth: Mapping out actionable steps to build a strong, sustainable future for early learning. Come connect, collaborate, and ensure our early childhood sector has the support and recognition it deserves! Centre At Cutler BayCutler Bay, FL Tuesday, October 20  •  10 AM - 12 PM https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empowering-early-learning-educators-october-in-person-meeting-tickets-1992769254484 Address: The Centre at Cutler Bay Condominium 18951 SW 106 Avenue Unit B-208 – training room A &B Miami, FL 33157

In Case You Missed It: Meeting Highlights

Empowering Early Learning Educator Meeting

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May 21st Meeting Recap Focus & Partnerships: Hosted at KIPP Miami, this meeting brought powerhouse leaders together to connect and share high-impact community resources. We also gathered insights for a virtual platform to help provide easier access to day-to-day information & resources. Key Highlights: Featured presentations from The Lucy Project on their upcoming Unlocking Literacy Conference (introducing dedicated tracks for Birth-to-5 and Leadership), new supply partnerships with the Miami Diaper Bank, and professional development opportunities through United Way Miami’s CFE Conference. This event took place KIPP Miami - North CampusMiami, FL Thursday, May 21  •  12 PM - 2 PM

EELE’s 2026 Priorities + Connect

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February 19th Meeting Recap Focus & Strategy: Hosted at Creative Learning Center, this session focused on launching our 2026 strategic roadmap (covering property standards, coalition growth, and strategic wins) and leveraging data to prove early learning is the backbone of the Florida economy. Key Highlights: Featured a powerful data presentation by Marya from The Women’s Fund, followed by board members taking that advocacy data directly to legislators at Children’s Week in Tallahassee. The event also highlighted resources from Abby Care, Parent to Parent Miami, Ron (Unprofessional Development), Uplift Literacy, and Survival Response. This event took place: The Creative Learning Center, Miami, FL Thursday, February 19 • 11 AM - 1 PM
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