Elevating Family Voice in Head Start Programs
Created with parents, this resource helps staff understand family voice—why it matters and how it can improve services and policies.
Parents and families are the first advocates for their children. They participate in decision-making and policy development at the program-level, and in their community and state. In the Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Framework, Families as Advocates and Leaders is one of the seven family outcomes that impact child outcomes.
Created with parents, this resource helps staff understand family voice—why it matters and how it can improve services and policies.
Explore this series to learn ways to support parents as advocates and leaders in your program and at home.
Find out how one program encourages parents to build their leadership and confidence skills. Learn how parents and staff can develop trusting relationships and partner to build on family and child strengths.
These resources support family services staff in helping families learn about their rights and their child’s rights, communicate concerns, ask questions, and serve as their child’s advocate throughout the special education journey.
HeadStart.gov
official website of the Administration for Children and Families