I’m a freelance journalist in Toronto, Ontario. My main focuses are political, Indigenous and environmental news, and I’m also very interested in Latin American politics, which is a big chunk of the international news segment I cover.

I’ve been writing for six years for various publications, ...

Immigrants, refugees face daycare dilemma

01 Oct 2023  |  asianpacificpost.com  |  English  |  Childcare

Immigrants and refugees in Canada face significant challenges in accessing childcare subsidies due to their precarious immigration status. Despite federal and provincial efforts to reduce childcare costs, eligibility criteria often exclude non-permanent residents, including refugee claimants and temporary workers. Experts argue that this exclusion exacerbates the difficulties faced by these groups, leading to social stigma and financial strain. The article underscores the need for more inclusive policies to ensure equitable access to childcare services for all residents, regardless of immigration status.

Tags:

Childcare Immigration Government Policy

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Left

Political View

Arnaud Aubry is a journalist based in Paris, France.

* Profiles and stories, French media: La Vie, Jeune Afrique, Le Monde, Les Jours, France Culture

* Fixer and producer, foreign media: ESPN (with Wright Thompson), NRK (the Norwegian TV), SVT (the Swedish TV)

Private nurseries: 'Profitability is not possible, unless the offer is degraded'

18 Sept 2024  |  La Vie.fr  |  French  |  Childcare

Victor Castanet's new investigation, 'les Ogres', exposes serious issues in the private nursery sector, focusing on People & Baby's alleged misconduct, including child mistreatment and financial mismanagement. The report highlights systemic problems, with whistleblowers facing retaliation, and suggests collusion between lobbyists and government officials, raising concerns about the prioritization of profit over child welfare.

Tags:

Childcare Corporate Misconduct Public Scandal

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Left

Political View

Jessica Brown is a freelance journalist and copywriter based in London. 

She writes about sustainability, social and cultural issues, health, food and science, and has bylines at the BBC, Guardian, The Sunday Times, Independent, Big Issue, Vice and more. 

Her copywriting work focuses mainly ...

Parent’s guide to dietary supplement use for kids

01 Oct 2023  |  www.wcvb.com  |  English  |  Childcare

Pediatricians at Mass General for Children emphasize the importance of consulting with healthcare providers before giving children dietary supplements, as these can interfere with medications and cause side effects. Dr. Scott Hadland highlights concerns about the accuracy and safety of supplements like melatonin, multivitamins, iron, and Vitamin D. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide guidelines, noting that most children receive adequate nutrients from their diet. Parents are advised to treat supplements like medications, keeping them out of children's reach and consulting doctors for safe usage.

Tags:

Childcare Health & Fitness Dietary Supplements

Informative

Factuality Scale

Sarah Brown is a journalist with more than 7 years experience based in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She mostly covers conservation and environmental news, including Amazon deforestation and Indigenous rights. Sarah has experience in-print and broadcasting as well as producing and editing audio and video ...

Childcare costs force one in four UK parents to quit work or education

11 Apr 2023  |  inkl  |  English  |  Childcare Costs

A significant portion of UK parents are quitting work or education due to high childcare costs, with 23% affected. The survey highlights the global early years crisis, with UK parents facing higher difficulties compared to other countries. Sarah Brown of Theirworld calls for urgent government action to prioritize early years spending. The UK government's recent budget includes increased childcare funding, but critics note delays in implementation. Personal stories, like that of Elvira Grob, underscore the financial strain on families. The article emphasizes the need for treating early years childcare as a public good.

Tags:

Childcare Costs Work-Life Balance Education

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Center-Left

Political View

Sebastián Calderón is a journalist based in Bogotá, Colombia. It's main expertise is in the automotive and aviation sector. Recognized motorsport journalist with more than 8 years of experience.
Founder & editor of revistacarros.com.co and aviones.net.co

New childcare centre in Loxton?

27 Nov 2024  |  Murray Pioneer  |  English  |  Childcare

A strategic plan is underway to increase support for a childcare centre in Loxton, aiming to address community needs and enhance local childcare services.

Tags:

Childcare Community Development

Balanced

Factuality Scale

MaryLou Costa is a journalist based in Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom.

I'm paid $99,170 as a nanny – the kids like me more than their parents

30 Oct 2024  |  www.afr.com  |  English  |  Childcare

A trained teacher turned nanny shares her experience of earning a substantial salary of $99,170 annually while forming strong bonds with the children she cares for, often being favored over their parents. Despite being single and uncertain about having her own children, she finds fulfillment in shaping young lives through her work.

Tags:

Childcare Careers

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Hello and welcome to my profile !

To introduce myself : 

I have an extensive experience in media production, living and working across four continents for a wide range of public and private entities.

As a multimedia producer and reporter, I have :

- reported on European social and ...

Daycare, essential aid for the integration of Ukrainian refugees in Poland

06 Mar 2024  |  fr.euronews.com  |  French  |  Childcare

Access to childcare is crucial for the integration of Ukrainian refugee women in Poland. The Foundation Comenius has been providing informal daycare centers called 'Spynka' to support these families since spring 2022. These centers offer educational and psychological support, helping children overcome trauma and allowing mothers to study, seek employment, and support their older children. The initiative is primarily funded by UNICEF, the Polish government, and European funds. The Polish government is also working on laws to further support Ukrainian refugees, including increasing daycare capacity and integrating them into the social and professional fabric of Poland.

Tags:

Childcare Refugee Crisis Integration

Informative

Factuality Scale

Pablo Gutierrez is a Emmy award-winning journalist based in Vienna, Austria. I’ve reported for Telemundo, NBC New York, MSNBC, Univision and Business Insider in the United States and recently I relocated to Europe. I’m bilingual,  English and Spanish, hard working and enterprising. I’ve covered ...

The true cost of childcare: how much parents have to spend in England – interactive calculator

06 Nov 2023  |  the Guardian  |  English  |  Childcare Costs

Childcare costs in the UK are among the highest of leading economies, posing significant challenges for parents. The government's plan to expand free childcare schemes by September 2025 is seen as insufficient by experts, with no workforce plan in place, potentially increasing pressure on nurseries. Providers are concerned about the viability of their services due to underfunding and the expansion of free schemes. A Department for Education survey indicated that cost pressures might lead to closures of childcare providers. The government's tax-free childcare initiative has also been underutilized, with a £2.4bn underspend. Campaigners argue that the poorest children are excluded from reforms, and universal credit-dependent parents, mostly women, could be driven into debt. The Department for Education claims it is making the single biggest investment in childcare in England, with plans to spend £8bn annually by 2027-28. The Guardian's interactive calculator, advised by Coram Childcare and Family, helps parents estimate childcare costs, but does not replace official information.

Tags:

Childcare Costs Government Policy

Informative

Factuality Scale

****

Bruce Harrison is a freelance journalist living in Seoul, South Korea. 

He has filed stories about the Koreas from politics to security to sports for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, Voice of America, Rivet Radio and others. 

Bruce spent three years as a copy-editor and anchor ...

From childcare to travel: Federal government shutdown impact on Wisconsin

29 Sept 2023  |  WGBA NBC 26 in Green Bay  |  English  |  Childcare

The U.S. government faces a potential shutdown due to a lack of agreement on a new funding bill, with a deadline of October 1. In Wisconsin, this could lead to furloughs for federal workers, impact funding for childcare programs like Head Start, and affect state parks and nutritional assistance programs such as SNAP and WIC. Essential workers, including TSA agents and air traffic controllers, would have to work without pay, raising concerns about stress and safety. The government is advising agencies to review their shutdown plans as the political impasse continues.

Tags:

Childcare Government Shutdown Travel

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Center

Political View

Niamh Hennessy is a journalist based in Cork, Ireland.

Should grandparents be paid for minding their grandkids?

20 Mar 2024  |  Irish Examiner  |  English  |  Childcare

Research from Trinity College indicates that a significant portion of grandparents in Ireland provide childcare, with varying hours per month. The practice of grandparents caring for grandchildren is common in various countries, including China and the United States. The issue of whether grandparents should be paid for this service is complex and depends on individual circumstances, family bonds, and financial situations. Some experts believe that while grandparents may not expect payment, offering some form of compensation could be appropriate. A few years ago, there was a proposal for a government-supported grant for grandparents in Ireland, but it did not materialize. Additional research from Trinity College suggests that providing extensive childcare can negatively impact grandparents' mental health, and in Britain, grandparents can claim tax credits for childcare.

Tags:

Childcare Family Economics

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Monique John is a journalist who focuses on sexual and gender-based violence, the African Diaspora, health and education.

Major reforms to give wider access to childcare, family planning services for NC military families

01 Oct 2023  |  ABC11 Raleigh-Durham  |  English  |  Childcare

Significant reforms are being introduced to expand childcare and reproductive health services for military families in North Carolina. Governor Cooper announced the statewide expansion of the Military Child Care in Your Neighborhood-PLUS program, subsidized by the Department of Defense, which now includes licensed providers with 3 stars or higher. Additionally, a new policy signed by Army Secretary Christine Wormuth allows service members up to 20 weeks to notify commanders of pregnancies and provides travel allowances for reproductive healthcare. These changes aim to empower service members with more control over family planning and integrate military and community support.

Tags:

Childcare Family Planning Military Services

Informative

Factuality Scale

Rebecca Johns is a freelance journalist based in Hodgenville, United States of America.

    Summary
Enthusiastic writer with significant experience in newspaper and radio news looking to expand horizons. Creative, reliable and motivated individual with established photography, writing and ...

Parents face childcare price hike as centres take advantage of rebates

01 Oct 2023  |  www.9news.com.au  |  English  |  Childcare

Parents are experiencing a hike in childcare fees just as the Turnbull government's new subsidy scheme is set to begin. Some accuse day care centers of exploiting the rebates meant to aid struggling families. Single mother Arisa Yamaguchi and mother-of-one Jamie-Leigh Addison report significant fee increases at their local centers. The Federal Government, represented by Education Minister Simon Birmingham, states that pricing is at the discretion of individual centers and highlights that many families will benefit from the new subsidy scheme. An increase in the federal minimum wage is also cited as a contributing factor to the fee hikes.

Tags:

Childcare Government Policy Economics

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Center

Political View

I am a freelance journalist based in London, specialising in foreign reportage. I have reported from Bangladesh, Northern Ireland, Morocco, Kosovo, and elsewhere. I have worked with the Financial Times, the Observer, Haaretz, the New York Times, and UNHCR, Standpoint Magazine as well as others. I ...

Parents of Indi Gregory tell how their terminally ill daughter was in 'excruciating pain' before she died and say 'we didn't leave her side - we couldn't bear to leave her' after life support was turned off

30 Oct 2023  |  Mail Online  |  English  |  Childcare

Indi Gregory, a terminally ill baby with a rare genetic condition, passed away after a legal battle where her parents fought to keep her on life support and sought treatment in Italy. Despite last-minute efforts and support from Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni, UK courts ruled against further treatment, leading to her life support being turned off. The case has drawn significant criticism from various political figures and organizations, highlighting tensions between the UK and Italy over medical and ethical decisions.

Tags:

Childcare Health Legal Battle

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Right

Political View

Lea Lang is a journalist based in Timișoara, Kreis Timiș, Romania. 
Right now she is working for the German program at Radio Romania Timisoara providing news, event tips, book/film/theatre revisions and producing broadcasts for youth.

Kerrie Loughran is a freelance journalist based in Dublin, Ireland.

I’m Feeling Judged For Deciding Not To Put My Two-Year-Old In Creche

14 Mar 2024  |  everymum.ie  |  English  |  Childcare

A mother of two shares her decision to keep her two-year-old at home instead of sending them to creche, citing cost and the fact that she's already home with a new baby. Despite feeling judged by in-laws and friends, she seeks reassurance and empathy from other mothers. The community responds supportively, with many agreeing that being at home with their mother is beneficial for children. The article reflects on the inevitability of judgment in parenting decisions and encourages parents to do what's best for their family.

Tags:

Childcare Parenting Social Issues

Interpretive

Factuality Scale

Ana Martinez is a journalist based in Madrid, Spain, specialized in international reporting, remote sensing and corporate communications. She worked as editor, video journalist and freelance writer for a number of publications and media outlets.

A ruling states that reducing working hours for childcare does not imply the ability to choose work schedule

12 Dec 2023  |  www.abc.es  |  Spanish  |  Childcare

The Supreme Court of Spain has ruled that reducing working hours for childcare does not entitle employees to choose their work schedule. This decision came after a worker requested a fixed morning shift, despite her job involving rotating shifts. The court emphasized that the reduction should occur within the worker's ordinary schedule, which in this case included alternating morning and afternoon shifts. The ruling aligns with previous decisions by the European Court of Justice and highlights the company's organizational and productivity concerns in maintaining rotating shifts.

Tags:

Childcare Labor Law

Factual

Factuality Scale

Luis Mora is a journalist based in Managua, Nicaragua.

Hacienda gives families 1,000 euros: these are the requirements to apply for the aid

04 May 2024  |  eldia.es  |  Spanish  |  Childcare

Families with young children face significant expenses, including childcare. To assist, the Seguridad Social has introduced the Cheque Guardería, offering up to 1,000 euros annually as a tax deduction for childcare expenses. This benefit is available to working mothers and can be claimed if the child is under three years old. The aid covers various childcare-related costs, including pre-registration, tuition, attendance, and meals. The deduction is applied when filing the tax return, and specific conditions must be met to qualify.

Tags:

Childcare Financial Aid

Informative

Factuality Scale

Jeremy Morton is a journalist.

Building Blocks nursery celebrates 20 years in Beeston Hill

29 Sept 2023  |  South Leeds Life  |  English  |  Childcare

Building Blocks nursery in Beeston Hill celebrated its 20th anniversary with a special event attended by the Lord Mayor of Leeds, Cllr Al Garthwaite, and other dignitaries. The nursery, which started as a parenting centre, transitioned to a childcare provider due to funding constraints. It has cared for 2,500 children over the years, with some former attendees now returning as parents. The nursery has expanded its facilities and consistently received positive Ofsted reports. The event also marked the recent purchase of the building by Faith Together in Leeds 11 from a consortium of churches. Hilary Benn MP praised the nursery's role in community building. The article ends with a call for donations to support South Leeds Life, the publisher of the article.

Tags:

Childcare Community Development Local Events

I'm an experienced journalist and editor based in Melbourne, Australia with a portfolio of work ranging from financial and business news to general news and culture. I've worked at Bloomberg and Reuters and freelanced for the Los Angeles Times. From Europe, I covered two of the world's most ...

Financy Women's Index: A Snapshot of Economic Conditions for Australian Women

01 Apr 2023  |  Intelligent Investor  |  English  |  Childcare policy

The article discusses the Financy Women's Index, which measures economic conditions for Australian women. The latest index shows that the superannuation gender gap has decreased, but there is still a significant difference in lifetime balances between men and women. The author, Bianca Hartge-Hazelman, explains the importance of the index in informing debates and influencing policy. She highlights the need for more affordable childcare, flexible work, and paid parental leave to close the superannuation gender gap. The article also touches on upcoming policy changes, such as the removal of the $450 monthly earnings threshold for compulsory super, and the potential impact of housing on women's economic security. Hartge-Hazelman remains hopeful for more progressive changes from the new government to address gender financial equality.

Tags:

Childcare policy Economic conditions for Australian women Superannuation gender gap Gender financial equality Housing and superannuation Earnings inequality

Professional Journalist/Reporter/Producer and Anchor with over 14 years experience in the broadcast news arena for TV and Radio.
General news as well as business and hard news topics.
Based in Connecticut, USA, short distance from New York city and Boston and able to cover stories across New ...

Advocates, Employers Discuss Childcare Crisis In New London County

26 Mar 2024  |  ctnewsjunkie.com  |  English  |  Childcare Crisis

New London County faces a severe childcare crisis, with nearly 8,000 families unable to find childcare slots. Advocates and employers discussed potential solutions at an event organized by a coalition including United Way of Southeastern Connecticut and The Connecticut Project. Proposed solutions include a Tri-Share Child Care Model and Child Care Business Incubators. Legislative efforts are underway with two bills aimed at addressing the crisis. The event highlighted the significant impact on the workforce, particularly women, and emphasized the need for further advocacy and legislative action.

Tags:

Childcare Crisis Workforce Development Legislation

Balanced

Factuality Scale

Center-Left

Political View

Timoci Vula is a journalist based in Suva - City Center, Fiji.

Halabe: It's cruel

28 Nov 2024  |  The Fiji Times  |  English  |  Childcare

Mark Halabe, managing director of Mark One Apparel, criticizes workplace childcare centers as 'cruel' due to the early hours and long days imposed on children. His company previously established a daycare at their factory, supported by a $25,000 design grant from the Market Development Facility and $400,000 in construction costs. Despite initial interest, the center's numbers dwindled, leading to its closure during the COVID-19 pandemic. Halabe suggests community childcare centers as a better alternative and urges government focus in that direction. Questions have been directed to the Ministry of Employment.

Tags:

Childcare Workplace Policies

Balanced

Factuality Scale