Language can be a barrier to childcare. New report explores what NH can learn from other states.

A new report from the Carsey School of Public Policy examines the barriers preventing non-English-speaking childcare providers and families from accessing childcare systems and resources, and what the other 49 states and Washington, D.C., have done to remove those barriers. The process for figuring out childcare can be complicated. In addition to finding an affordable program with capacity, families also have to navigate financial assistance and other government forms and consider care compatibility. The brief, “Solutions From Across the United States to Improve Language Access in Child Care Systems,” found that there is an increased communication barrier surrounding childcare infrastructure for non-native English speakers. The report analyzes solutions individual states have taken to promote language access for both families and providers. Evan England is assistant director for the Center of Social Policy in Practice within the Carsey School and one of the co-authors of the report.

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