Early learning teachers, directors and policy makers discussed the critical role of child care in shaping our children and the resources needed to support a quality system. The event is a part of I am New Orleans, a year-long, community-led effort to stimulate conversation and action around issues of racial equity to help create a child-centered city.

Moderated by Kenny Francis, director of policy and advocacy at the Agenda for Children, panelists include:

• Briceshanay Gresham, teacher at Wilcox Academy of Early Learning
• Barbie Deveau, teacher at Abeona House Child Discovery Center
• Brandy Sanchez, teacher at Kids of Excellence

The online event offered Spanish and Vietnamese translations and closed captioning.