About the Children’s Forum
As a statewide, not-for-profit membership organization, the Children’s Forum maintains an uncompromising vision to make Florida a state where children grow and thrive in quality environments and where families have access to information, resources, and options to assist them in their parenting roles. Through a broad array of programs, research and education, the Forum is committed to achieving our vision by targeting and supporting those who care for and educate our children daily; the early care and education workforce.

History
The Children’s Forum has an organizational history that is grounded in the development of principles, programs and policies that continue to serve early childhood development and education in Florida. In 1975, the Forum began with a group of child care advocates who provided consistent quality care services for low-income children. The Forum evolved during the 1980s to include contracted state services for early care and education. In 1989, the Forum became incorporated as a statewide, not-for-profit organization.