Driving Equity Through Data and Voice: The Exploring Targeted Universalism for HMG Network Assessment Report

Co-created with affiliates, powered by community insights, and guided by the principles of Targeted Universalism.

This action-ready report, developed in partnership with Seed Collaborative, assesses HMG affiliates’ familiarity with Targeted Universalism, the equity strategies they currently employ, the data practices they use to identify and meet families’ needs, their interest in applying TU’s seven-step process, and the technical assistance and resources required to advance equity work. It puts affiliate perspectives front and center – diving into real-world equity strategies, data-driven findings, and clear recommendations for building connected early childhood systems that work for every family.

Key Highlights

• Affiliate-Powered: 78% of affiliates are already familiar with TU and eager to apply it.

• Actionable Roadmap: Five overarching and seven technical-assistance recommendations to advance equity.

• Data in Action: Insights on disaggregated data practices, targeted interventions, and continuous learning.

• Co-Creation at Scale: Developed with Seed Collaborative and HMG leaders from 16 states.

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