Abriendo Puertas/Opening Doors, in partnership with UnidosUS and BSP Research, surveyed and interviewed 1,500 Latino families with young children (prenatal through five years old) across the United States to understand the key issues, concerns, and aspirations that shape their daily lives and their vision for the future. [...] With the cost of living (also known as consumer price index) increasing 3.1% since 2022,4 our survey found the top concerns for Latino families are the rising cost of living and inflation and the need for improved wages and income. [...] A recent study by the Environmental Protection Agency finds Hispanic and Latino individuals are 43% more likely to live in areas with the highest projected reductions in labor hours due to extreme temperatures.9 As a result, 75% of young Latino voters are calling for the President and Congress to aggressively combat climate change.10 9 U. [...] In a study by the Institute for Family Studies, it was shown that only 14% of Latino families preferred full-time paid child care, compared to the 62% who preferred parent or family child care.19 Top qualities Latino families look for in child care Affordability 95% Fair salary and good working conditions for providers 97% Quality learning opportunities 97% Well-trained and experienced caregivers. [...] Latino families’ collective voice and experiences provide crucial insights for policymakers and community leaders in addressing the needs and harnessing the strengths of the community in 2024 and beyond.
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