Week of the Young Child Proclamations

A proclamation is an official designation of an event, like Week of the Young Child. Proclamations are a powerful way to educate the public and spotlight the importance of high–quality early childhood education—a cause that NAEYC has championed for 100 years.

#WOYC26 Proclamation Toolkit

You can request proclamations from state and local government officials to celebrate early childhood educators, raise awareness of high-quality early care, and strengthen advocacy in your community. The toolkit includes step-by-step guidance, templates, and resources to make your proclamation simple and impactful.

#WOYC26 Proclamation Toolkit

Amplifying #WOYC26 Proclamations

Each year, we track proclamations introduced and/or signed across the nation—highlighting the growing momentum behind early childhood education.

Add Your Proclamation to the Map!

Garner local media attention and amplify your impact by using our press release templates:

WOYC Press Release Template
WOYC Press Release Template With Proclamation

Messages from Members of Congress for the Week of the Young Child

Watch messages from members of Congress uplifting Week of the Young Child and recognizing the essential role of early childhood educators.