Virginia Early Childhood Advocates (VECA) provides connection and advocacy support to those dedicated to improving the state of the early childhood field in a collaborative, casual, and community-driven space. Together, we strengthen and elevate non-partisan, individual, and collective efforts toward equitable access to affordable, high quality education and care for children, families, and educators.

Mission:

Vision:

We strive to:

  • Be an innovative group of passionate individuals, effectively impacting and advocating for the field of Early Childhood Education.

  • Maintain an informal, supportive, and nonjudgemental culture of learning and opportunity for the VECA community.

  • Create equitable access to affordable, high quality education and care for ALL children in the state of Virginia.

  • Foster connections and relationships with community members, policymakers, and elected officials.

  • Tell our stories as professionals and experts to elevate the field of Early Childhood Education in the community.

Meet the Team

  • Lisa Plotkin, M.Ed

    FOUNDER

  • Laura McCarty, J.D., Ed.S, M.Ed

    CONSULTING PARTNER

HOW TO GET INVOLVED