🏆 At our
#First5CASummit , we celebrated the champions of early childhood development whose dedication has ensured that California’s youngest residents thrive. The Champions for Children Awards, presented biennially alongside the Summit, recognized these outstanding community members:
- California First Partner,
@jennifersiebelnewsom , for her fearless advocacy and support for children and families, partnering with us on initiatives like the Talk. Read. Sing. campaign and the Stronger Starts campaign.
- Actor, filmmaker, and First 5 California founder,
@therobreiner , for his devotion to the wellbeing of children ages 0-5 and their families.
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@first5alameda , for their transformative work with the Alameda Father Corps, showcasing impactful leadership and decades of long dedication.
- Sacramento Kings power forward
@dsabonis11 , who supported initiatives like the Stronger Starts Campaign and Fatherhood Initiative.
- And a special award in remembrance of Josefina Ramirez Notsinneh, honoring her legacy in early childhood development.
Congratulations to all our deserving recipients for their remarkable achievements and unwavering dedication to the well-being of California's children and families! 🎉
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