Mississippi Low-Income Child Care Initiative

06/23/2026

Executive Director Carol Burnett shares how the Mississippi child care assistance program works... check out this clip from Women for Progress of MS, Inc. Radio: https://streamyard.com/ikkzurpdqeztupkf

06/17/2026

Did you miss our maternal health conversation? Would you like to give us input on how best we can address maternal health challenges in your community? Fill out out feedback from plus learn about our essential training sessions to empower families in civic engagement and child care. Join us on June 27th in Tupelo to learn how to educate others about voting and connect it with workforce issues. Your feedback is invaluable in shaping our community resources. Together, we can strengthen Mississippi families.

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06/12/2026

Community Change Action is bringing providers, parents, kids, organizers, and child care’s biggest advocates to Chicagoland for a weekend of strategizing, collaborating, healing, and celebrating. And you’re invited!

In 2026, Community Change/Action and Childcare Changemakers are excited to host a childcare convention designed for parents, families, and childcare providers. As our campaigns and bases continue to grow and build power, it is a moment for us to come together to celebrate everything we've built, do....

06/03/2026

Join the Mississippi Low-Income Child Care Initiative on June 15 for an important discussion on maternal health and its connection to child care. With insights from experts, we aim to address the pressing maternal health challenges faced by families in Mississippi. Your voice matters in this vital conversation. Cick the link to learn more!

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05/29/2026

Our Executive Director recently appeared on the Women for Progress of MS, Inc. Working Woman Report Podcast to discuss the latest developments regarding MDHS' announcement of utilizing TANF funds for CCPP. Listen in!

05/21/2026

Good news for Mississippi families: MLICCI applauds the Mississippi Department of Human Services for using TANF funds to support the Child Care Payment Program (CCPP). This change follows years of advocacy and brings renewed access to childcare assistance for families who need it most. Read the full statement from MLICCI and learn what this means for communities: https://wix.to/FACiWqg

The below statement should be attributed to Carol Burnett, Executive Director of the Mississippi Low Income Child Care Initiative:“The Mississippi Low-Income Child Care Initiative (MLICCI) welcomes the recent announcement by the Mississippi Department of Human Services to utilize Temporary Assista...

05/13/2026

MLICCI Executive Director Carol Burnett responds to the recent audit report of the Child Care Payment Program — explaining how the HHS CCDF final rule change giving states discretion to pay by enrollment vs. attendance affects Mississippi child care providers and families. Read the full response and what it means for our state: https://wix.to/QqDYRH2

The U.S. Health and Human Services Department recently released the final rule in the federal Child Care Development Fund (CCDF), rolling back some changes made by the Biden Administration. One is of particular interest to Mississippi. It rolls back a requirement to pay centers for services to famil...

05/12/2026

Join the Voting Rights Act Rapid Response Coalition for an important tele-townhall conversation on voting rights, the Shield Act, and what these issues mean for communities across Mississippi.

Hosted alongside a coalition of organizations committed to protecting voting rights and fair representation, this conversation will help break down what’s happening and why it matters.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
6:00 PM CT
Dial-In Number: 877-229-8493
Access Code: 124020

Invite your family, friends, church members, and community to join the conversation. Informed communities build collective power.

05/11/2026

MLICCI is bringing Civic Engagement Trainings across Mississippi.

Child care providers, staff, and parents will learn how voting connects to the issues impacting families and communities.
📍 Biloxi
📍 Indianola
📍 Tupelo
📍 Jackson
Lunch provided. Registration required. Email [email protected].

Because when families vote, communities thrive.

05/10/2026

We celebrate you today and we acknowledge you in our work all year long. Happy Mother’s Day 💞