"Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."
– Benjamin Franklin

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Your Role

The DECC has an appointed Board of Directors and community Partner Network that provides us with the diverse perspectives and insights essential to achieving our mission and goals. There is a role for you in our work! Whether you are parent, early childhood professional, funder, policymaker or member of our broader community, we are committed to being a diverse coalition representing the voices of Denver's youngest children.

How to Get Involved

Top Ways to Connect with the Denver Early Childhood Council

  • Come to a Committee Meeting – Our numerous committees are where our Board members come together with the Partner Network and additional stakeholders to focus on the work of our goals and strategic plan.
  • Come to a Quarterly DECC Meeting – Our Board of Directors, Partner Network members, committees and additional stakeholders meet together quarterly to share learnings and work on early childhood systems issues.
  • Sign up for the DECC Newsletter – Our DECC Newsletter is a great way to stay connected to our programs, trainings and events, along with current information on early childhood opportunities across Denver, Colorado and the nation.
  • Attend a DECC Professional Development Training – Our DECC trainings are targeted to early care and education (ECE) professionals. These trainings are intended to expand the knowledge of our ECE community, deepen the understanding of child development, improve the quality of child care across Denver, and ultimately increase the school readiness of our children.
  • Email Us with Your Ideas & Questions – We welcome your input and ideas on early childhood services and systems in Denver and across the state. Please email us at: info@denverearlychildhood.org