Accelerating community-led change across New Mexico, empowering families, and nurturing bright futures for every child through collaboration and innovation.

By working hand-in-hand with local communities, we aim to create lasting impact, strengthen family well-being, and build a brighter future for the next generation. In partnership with the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department, we’re reimagining what’s possible for New Mexico’s families.


Partnering with communities across New Mexico, and using data and lived experience to transform ecosystems.

We partner with communities to co-design innovative solutions that address the unique challenges faced by families. Through collaboration with local leaders, organizations, and residents, we ensure that every strategy is informed by those who know their community best. With a focus on collective action, data-driven insights, and shared decision-making, we are committed to creating sustainable, meaningful change for children and families.

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Our Partners

The Accelerator is made possible by our partners at the New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD).

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About the Accelerator

Co-designing community-led, transformative, and sustainable solutions that improve the lives of children and families in New Mexico.

About the Accelerator
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Our Approach

Transforming New Mexico's early childhood ecosystem is no easy task - we help communities understand their ecosystem through a variety of participatory approaches.

About our Approach

 


 

UCLA Team

Efren Aguilar is the Director of the Pomona and New Mexico Social Impact Labs

Efren Aguilar

Director, Early Childhood Ecosystems Transformation Accelerator