UPLAN - United Parent Leaders Action Network

The energy from #UPLAN26 is still with us. 200+ parent leaders & partners came together in DC & online to raise our voices, share knowledge, & advocate for our families & communities. Check out our bilingual newsletter highlighting powerful moments. conta.cc/4tuToug

#DayWithoutChildcare RETURNS! Today, parents, childcare providers, & advocates across the country are striking — and launching a campaign to win #UniversalChildcare for every family. Shut it down. Make it loud. #DWOCC26 #ChildcareChangemakers You in? : DayWithoutChildcare.org

I stood alongside an incredible group of advocates with @UPLAN_USA and fellow Illinoisans, united in calling for a stronger future for our nation’s children—a future where education, healthcare, and meals are protected, and no family has to fear being pulled apart.

Today at the Capitol 🇺🇸 with our incredible parent leaders. As part of the @UPLAN_USA National Gathering, we had the opportunity to visit Senator Padilla’s office—This is what parent leadership looks like. 💙 #UPLAN26 #UPLANAction #ParentEngagementAcademy

We are asking for real commitments to families & communities.  Thank you @[Handle] for meeting with parent leaders at #UPLAN26. We shared what families are facing every day. ✔️ Now we need action
✔️ Policies that reflect real lives
✔️ Investment in our communities #UPLANAction

We’re meeting with @SenHydeSmith today at #UPLAN26. Parent leaders are calling for action: ✅ Fund child care so families can afford it ✅ Protect immigrant families ✅ Ensure parents have real decision-making power #UPLANAction @PPS_National

We will keep pushing for change. @SenatorDurbin parent leaders from across the country are on Capitol Hill today. We are calling for: ✔️ Affordable child care
✔️ Protection for immigrant families
✔️ Real parent voice in schools #UPLANAction

Parents leading the way at the Capitol. 🇺🇸 In D.C. with @UPLAN_USA and alongside Abriendo Puertas—working together to elevate parent voices and advocate for our families and communities. 💙 #UPLAN26 #UPLANAction #ParentEngagementAcademy

Fathers Leadership Space Creating space for fathers to show up, connect, and lead in advocacy, learning from one  another .#UPLAN26

At #UPLAN26, led by @CLASP_DC and @NILC Sharing important information so families know their rights and feel prepared, learning from one another. #ParentLeaders

At #UPLAN26, led by @AP_OD_National Turning lived experience into collective power through stories and action, learning from one another. #ParentLeaders

Our Parent Ambassadors are in Washington, D.C. for #UPLAN26, joining parent leaders nationwide to advocate for families and strengthen parent leadership. Follow Thursday’s Facebook Live Rally: facebook.com/share/1E9EbC1X… #UPLANAction #ParentLeaders @UPLAN_USA

At #UPLAN26, led by @PIQEUSA Parents turning learning into action and making change in their communities, learning from one another. #HybridSession

At #UPLAN26, led by @OPAN30062043266 Getting real about what it takes to build and move a policy campaign forward, learning from one another. #ParentLeaders

PEA is in Washington, D.C. 🇺🇸 with two of our amazing parent leaders, joining @UPLAN_USA and getting ready for the National Gathering. We’re proud to represent our families and continue building parent voice on a national stage. 💪✨#UPLAN26 #UPLANAction #ParentEngagementAcademy

At #UPLAN26, led by @CLASP_DC How we show up, build relationships, and move change with policymakers. #ParentLeaders

At #UPLAN26, led by @NationalPLTI Breaking down how the system works in a way that feels real and accessible, learning from one another.

[1/6] This week, #EducationForAll children is under attack by @judiciarygop and some Tennessee lawmakers.

📣Welcome to our network, Parents Leading for Educational Equity (PLEE)! 👏Parent-founded, family-led, and building parent power in Rhode Island to advance education equity. 💪Organizing together to amplify collective #ParentPower

Need some good news? Our partners at @EmpireStateCCC worked for YEARS to make this happen. 👏 We're so happy to see a plan that centers the people of color, parents, and providers who have been doing the work, holding the vision, and organizing to win. nytimes.com/2026/01/08/nyr…