NAEYC 2026 Public Policy Forum

The Division for Early Childhood is honored to highlight the NAEYC 2026 Public Policy Forum. As long term partners in our joint mission to support each and every child and their families, we encourage you to join the Forum as a representative for your state of both DEC and NAEYC.

How? Register for the Forum and you will be connected to the team of other advocates and partners in your state for the NAEYC 2026 Policy Forum. You must be a NAEYC member to register.

Why? Increased collaboration and connection serving each and every child. Please consider sharing your expertise around young children with disabilities and their families. 

NAEYC’s annual Public Policy Forum is a multi-day advocacy experience designed to help early childhood educators exercise their powerful policy voices and make themselves heard—at every level. Through a packed agenda of workshops, keynotes, panels, strategy sessions, and conversations with policymakers on Capitol Hill, PPF helps participants: 

•  Strengthen advocacy skills 

•  Expand policy knowledge 

•  Build relationships with other educators, advocates, and allies 

•  Engage with national and state policy leaders and fellow advocates on the most important, timely, and relevant early childhood education issues 

•  Deepen relationships with Congressional offices 

This isn't just another professional development event; it's a call to action. It’s your opportunity to shape the future of our field by sharing your story, connecting with legislators, and speaking out about the investments and policies we need to thrive. Learn more here.