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The Mississippi Low Income Child Care Initiative (MLICCI) is a statewide non-profit public policy advocacy organization working to strengthen women’s economic security in Mississippi by making child care affordable for low-income working moms, achieving gender and racial equity in the workforce, and making safety network for women.

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We work to dismantle the barriers to affordable child care and advocate for policies that support working mothers in Mississippi. By focusing on strengthening women’s economic security, we aim to achieve gender and racial equity in the workforce and ensure the safety net holds strong for the most vulnerable among us.

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Empowering Families, Enriching Futures

At the Mississippi Low Income Child Care Initiative (MLICCI), we're driven by a simple yet powerful belief: no mom should have to choose between the job she needs and the child she loves. Founded to organize child care providers like Moore Community House to improve MS’ child care system, our journey began as first hand witnesses to the challenges low-income working mothers face in securing affordable child care. It's a reality that affects not just families but the very fabric of our communities and the future of our children.

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Why Child Care?

Low-income working parents—especially single moms—need affordable child care to pursue employment and education while safe in the knowledge that their children are in a nurturing environment that promotes early learning and development. Child care is a catalyst for economic growth, community resilience, and educational achievement. 

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Our Work

MLICCI stands at the forefront of public policy advocacy, working with parents, childcare providers, and other partners to ensure that child care assistance is easier for parents to obtain and retain, and adequately reimburses providers for their services. This requires advocacy with the MS Dept. of Human Services, where the rules in the program are made, to make the rules work better for parents and providers. Our efforts are focused on reforming the Child Care Payment Program and increasing public investment in CCPP so all eligible families are served.

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Join Us

Our achievements are fueled by the support and passion of individuals who share our vision. Whether you're an advocate, a parent, a provider, a donor, or a volunteer, there's a place for you in this movement. Together, we can create a future where every child thrives, and no parent is left behind.

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Become a part of our story. Help us make a difference in the lives of Mississippi's families.​​

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