What do CCDF cuts really look like on the ground? In this episode, we sit down with Arkansas child-care leader Cristen Beene to unpack the ripple effects of funding reductions, shifting policies, and the day-to-day realities providers now face. 💬

From staffing challenges to family impact, Cristen offers an honest and insightful look at how Arkansas is navigating this moment of uncertainty — and what resilience looks like in the midst of chaos. 🌱

This is a candid, thoughtful conversation for anyone working in early childhood education, policy, or advocacy who wants to understand how these national shifts are being felt at the state and community level.

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