Nbcdi’s 8 By 8
Nbcdi’s 8 By 8
Eight Future Outcomes For Black Child Development
What Does An Equitable And Just Future For Black Children Look Like?
Policy with Purpose - A Vision for Black Children Across America
NBCDI recognizes the way Black families and children have historically been left out of the development of policies and intentionally excluded means we have a lot of work to do to bring the focus on inclusion. NBCDI’s guiding principle: policies designed to benefit Black families and children must be informed and guided by Black families and children.
Explore our list below to learn more about NBCDI’s major policy initiatives, aligned to our 8 by 8 framework
Impact of COVID-19 on Black Families
NBCDI Policy Fellowship Program
Stop suspending our preschoolers
Impact of COVID-19 on Black Families
NBCDI Policy Fellowship Program
Stop suspending our preschoolers
NBCDI Fellowship Programs
The Program
Launched in June 2019, the NBCDI Policy Fellowship elevates and accelerates Black leaders to ensure leadership at the national level more closely reflects the young children that are being served in education, health, and social service systems. NBCDI’s commitment to equity in education and to supporting the health and wellbeing of Black children and families is the impetus for this Policy Fellowship.
The Work
For 18 Months, The NBCDI Policy Fellows Engage In Intensive Leadership And Career Development Programs That Prepare Them For Senior And Executive-Level Leadership Roles In Policy And Advocacy Related To Families And Children At The National Level.
The Results
Each Of The Fellows Are Equipped With New Approaches To Policy, Diverse Points Of View, And Fresh Perspectives On Increasing Racial Equity And Access To High-Quality Programs And Developing Policies That Support The Overall Health And Wellbeing Of Young Black Children.