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Groundwork Ohio Testified on Behalf of Doula Bill
By: Erin Ryan, Director, Center for Maternal & Young Child Health at Groundwork Ohio Follow Erin on Twitter and LinkedIn This week, on...
Dec 9, 2022


Governor DeWine Builds on Legacy of Leadership for Young Children, Makes Bold Commitment
For Immediate Release: Friday, September 30, 2022 Contact : Becca Thomas bthomas@groundworkohio.org COLUMBUS, OH –...
Sep 30, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Lawrence Witherspoon, Director of the Center for Family Voice
In recent weeks, Groundwork Ohio has published a “Get to Know Groundwork” series, spotlighting members of our amazing team! This week,...
Sep 8, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Carol Argiro, Director of Advancement
In recent weeks, Groundwork Ohio has published a “Get to Know Groundwork” series, spotlighting members of our amazing team! This week,...
Aug 25, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Becca Thomas, Director of Communications
In recent weeks, Groundwork Ohio has published a “Get to Know Groundwork” series, spotlighting members of our amazing team! This week,...
Jul 27, 2022


Opinion: 7 in 10 parents worry about kids' mental health (The Columbus Dispatch)
Increased isolation, economic instability, and gaps in in-person education have had detrimental effects on early childhood
Jun 21, 2022


Week of June 10th Round-Up
Read Groundwork Ohio's weekly newsletter for the latest early childhood news, events, and opportunities.
Jun 10, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Beth Hess, Director of the Center for Early Learning
In recent weeks, Groundwork Ohio has published a “Get to Know Groundwork” series, spotlighting members of our amazing team! This week,...
Jun 7, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Cherrelle Turner, Director of the Center for Family Voice
In recent weeks, Groundwork Ohio has published a “Get to Know Groundwork” series, spotlighting members of our amazing team! This week,...
May 27, 2022


The Impact of Trauma on Young Children of Color and Their Families
Studies show that Black children are more likely to experience more adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) than their peers.
May 2, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Lindsay Ciavarelli, Director of the Center for Maternal & Young Child Health
Read our Q&A with Lindsay Ciavarelli, Groundwork Ohio's Director of the Center for Maternal & Young Child Health.
Apr 26, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Erin Ryan, Director of Policy Advocacy & External Affairs
Read our Q&A with Erin Ryan, Groundwork Ohio's Director of Policy Advocacy & External Affairs.
Apr 20, 2022


Opinion: Investment in child care key to economic growth (Cincinnati Enquirer)
Solving Ohio’s child care crisis is critical to families and young children. It’s also essential to the prosperity of our small businesses.
Mar 29, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Amy Meade, Policy & Operations Manager
Read our Q&A with Amy Meade, Groundwork Ohio's Policy & Operations Manager.
Mar 16, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Lysette Arnold, Policy Assistant
Read our Q&A with Lysette Arnold, Groundwork Ohio's Policy Assistant.
Mar 9, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Lynanne Gutierrez, Chief Operating & Policy Officer
Read our Q&A with Lynanne Gutierrez, Groundwork Ohio's Chief Operating & Policy Officer.
Feb 28, 2022


Opinion: Shame on lawmakers pushing needy kids to the back of the line - again (Cleveland.com)
“There’s just no question, families of young children are in crisis today."
Feb 27, 2022


Get to Know Groundwork: Shannon Jones, President & CEO
Read our Q&A with Shannon Jones, Groundwork Ohio's President & CEO.
Feb 24, 2022


Child care crisis keeps moms from work (The Columbus Dispatch)
Groundwork Ohio joined central Ohio leaders for a discussion on the impact of the child care crisis on families and the workforce.
Feb 20, 2022


Development foundation seeks public input on child care issues (Knox Pages)
Knox County faced a child care shortage before COVID-19 hit, but the problem has worsened since the pandemic started.
Feb 18, 2022
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