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The childcare crisis continues to put huge pressure on women and families across the country. Public childcare was a key ask during the General Election campaign. Almost 100 days into the Government it is time to act.
Join with over 40 civil society organisation, trade unions, childcare providers and academics who have come together in the Together for Public alliance outside the Dail this May Day to call on Government to deliver on their election promises.
Women and families can’t wait any longer for childcare. Make your voice heard this May Day at 12:45pm outside the Dáil!
Find out more at our event page here
Ireland’s childcare system is at breaking point. It is simply not working; not for women, not for children, not for providers and not for society.
But it doesn't have to be this way. Together for Public is an Alliance bringing together over 40 civil society organisations, trade unions, academics and childcare provider that are campaigning for a Public System of Early Childhood Education and Care.
Led by the National Women's Council, Together for Publicis is calling on all political partiea to support the delivery of a Public Public System of Early Childhood Education and Care as the best way to rackle the ongoing crisis.
Early Education and Care is a key issue for equality. We know that where a public system has been implemented, women are much more likely to participate fully in society, be that in the workplace, in education, in arts and sports, and in politics.
Children and early years workers also benefit enormously.
A public system guarantees a place for every child, through legisation, similar to our primary school system.
This public system
Together for Public engages with politicians and political parties to remind them of their promises during the last General Election in relation to public childcare. We advocate for a clear commitment to transition to a public system of early childhood education and care during the next political term and in the new Programme for Government.
Sing up for updates and support our campaign actions.
Make a donation: This is a grassroots campaign with no government funding. The size of the campaign we run will depend on the level of support we can get from people like you.
Share your story of the childcare crisis: Let us know what impact the childcare crisis is having on your life, the choices you have had to make and your vision for a better future.
Over 40 organisations have aready joined our alliance.
