University of California, Riverside Extension
A Community-Embedded Workforce Model for Farmworker Women in Childcare
A community-based, multi-region pathway helping farmworker women transition into early childhood education careers through credentialed training, wraparound supports, and trusted local delivery sites.
This project expands a proven, community-embedded workforce model supporting farmworker women in transitioning to careers in early childhood education. Led by UCR Extension in partnership with the California Farmworker Foundation, the program combines credentialed training with outreach, learning hubs, and integrated digital, financial, nutrition, and ESL instruction to reduce structural barriers to participation. The initiative prepares participants to earn California state credentials, including the Associate Teacher Permit, while strengthening economic stability and regional workforce capacity.
Primary Barrier
Caregiving Responsibilities
Location
California
Solution Region
Pacific
Community Type
Rural
Annual Operating Budget
$10.1 to 25 Million
