Washington law (RCW 43.216.075) created the Early Learning Advisory Council (ELAC) to give DCYF advice on early learning issues. ELAC can also form smaller groups, called subcommittees, to focus on specific topics.
The Provider Supports Subcommittee started in January 2020. It brings early learning providers and DCYF together to talk about real issues providers face in their daily work. The group gives advice to DCYF on topics like licensing requirements, changes in laws and policies, subsidy rates, Early Achievers, and other processes that affect providers.
The feedback from this group helps DCYF understand what is working well, what is difficult, and how to improve services and support over time.
Members come from communities across Washington state and serve two-year terms.
