Your Idea
Belongs
Here.
EC LOC is built by and for early childhood leaders of color — and that includes the programming. Your idea, your passion, your people.
Submit Your Event Idea"Being in EC LOC is like being with cousins or old friends — you don't have to explain anything because everyone just gets it."
You Don't Need to Have
It All Figured Out.
You need to care about the topic and be willing to hold space for it. EC LOC members learn best from each other — not from credentials.
Share What You Know
Bring a workshop, skill session, or conversation built around something you care about. Tried-and-true or brand new — both are welcome.
Build Real Relationships
Every event is an opportunity for genuine connection — the kind that turns into collaboration, friendship, and lasting community.
Get Supported & Paid
The EC LOC team handles logistics, promotion, and payment. You opt in for a facilitator gift card — and we handle the rest.
So Many Ways
to Show Up.
Whether you want to gather locally or connect members nationwide, there's a format that fits your idea.
Virtual Sessions
Zoom-based gatherings open to members across all 40 states. Great for workshops, panels, conversations, and skill-building.
Regional Meetups
In-person events in your city — dinners, cultural outings, wellness experiences, creative activities, and more.
Co-Creation Sessions
Help shape what EC LOC becomes next. These collaborative sessions feed directly into our programming and strategy.
Affinity & Ongoing Spaces
Recurring gatherings for specific communities within EC LOC — interest-based, identity-based, or issue-based.
Your Community Is Asking for This.
These themes reflect EC LOC's 2026 priorities: in-person & local connection, momentum toward collective power, and space for co-creation. Topics marked "2026 Priority" are named explicitly in this year's budget strategy.
From Idea to Event
in 5 Simple Steps.
The process is designed to be low-stress. You bring the idea — we handle the rest.
Submit Your Idea
Fill out the facilitation form with your concept, preferred format, and anything you'll need from the team. A clear idea is enough — no need to have every detail figured out.
You do thisGet Confirmed
A team member reviews your proposal, confirms receipt, and locks in the date on the EC LOC calendar. You'll receive an email with the calendar invite.
EC LOC team does thisWe Handle Logistics
Zoom setup, Mighty Networks event, newsletter promotion, and vendor coordination — all taken care of. You'll never need to make purchases out of pocket.
EC LOC team does thisYou Host
Show up, share your brilliance, and let the community do the rest. We'll introduce you, and our team will be there to support behind the scenes.
You do thisGet Compensated
Opt in for a facilitator gift card when you complete your form. The team will circle back once it's disbursed. Your time and leadership are worth honoring.
You opt in