""Last year, New Yorkers made it clear: Universal child care is not a luxury, it's a necessity and it cannot wait. The same spirit of community-driven decision-making will guide how we build this system," Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated."
""Every parent and caregiver deserves a voice in shaping the care their families rely on," Mamdani added, highlighting the importance of parental input in the survey."
""Reports show parents pay an average of $20,000 a year for child care and about a third of women leave the workforce because they can't afford child care," indicating the financial burden on families."
The Mamdani administration is launching a citywide survey targeting parents with young children to gather insights on child care needs. Over two weeks, postcard invitations will be sent to families, inviting them to complete a 15-minute survey. The survey will cover child care arrangements, parental leave preferences, and desired program types. Mayor Mamdani emphasizes the necessity of universal child care. The initiative aims to inform a new free child care program for 2-year-olds and expand existing 3-K programs, addressing affordability issues faced by parents.
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