Episode 76 The American Childcare Dilemma with Tiffany S.W. Hamilton
Ask most working American parents what the biggest stressor and problem is . . . and likely they will respond childcare. More specifically, finding affordable, convenient, high-quality care for their children - before and during the school-age years. The United States is one of the few rich nations that does not provide childcare support. For working families, absent employer-based programs, parents are on their own.
In this episode, we speak with Tiffany S.W. Hamilton, the CEO of the YWCA White Plains and Central Westchester about the state and future of the childcare dilemma. Tiffany is also a wife, mother, and DEI expert.
Episode recorded May 8, 2024, at the LMC Media Podcast Studio
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Tiffany’s Bio and YWCA Info:
Since its inception in 1929, the YWCA White Plains & Central Westchester (YWCA) has been a trailblazer in effecting social change through innovative initiatives aimed at enhancing the well-being of women and girls in Westchester. Rooted in a mission to eradicate racism, empower women, and foster peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all, the YWCA is an integral part of the national YWCA movement, which has been advocating for the rights of women and people of color for over 160 years. As one of 225 affiliated associations across the United States, the YWCA serves thousands annually, operating with a dedicated staff of nearly 150 across its Activity Center and Women’s Residence locations. At the helm of the YWCA of White Plains and Central Westchester is Tiffany S.W. Hamilton, a highly respected figure in the realm of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Serving as CEO, Tiffany brings a wealth of experience, having previously held prominent positions such as the inaugural Chief Diversity Officer at Pace University and Westchester Community College. In addition to her professional roles, Tiffany is actively involved in the community, serving on the Executive Board of the Westchester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., where she holds the esteemed position of First Vice President and chairs Program Planning and Development. Renowned for her ability to articulate vision, instill purpose, and foster consensus across diverse settings, Tiffany embodies a philosophy of "lead by serving, gain by giving". Above all, Tiffany treasures her roles as a devoted mother to Imani Everette and as a wife to Ron C. Hamilton, finding fulfillment in both her personal and professional spheres.
Tiffany Says arts allow her to escape. She recommends:
Abbott Elementary TV Show
The Good Doctor TV Show
Next Level Chef TV Show
The Garden Within by Dr. Anita Phillips (2023)
Additional Resources:
BCG and Mom’s F1rst Report on The Employee Benefit that Pays For Itself - Childcare (2024, March)
Julie Kashen, Laura Valle-Gutierrez, Lea Woods and Jessica Milli (2023, June 21) Child Care Cliff: 3.2 Million Children Likely to Lose Spots with End of Federal Funds. tcf.org
Amy Sowder (2024, February 26) Tiffany S.W. Hamilton Builds Community Through the YWCA. westchestermagazine.com
Hillary Harvey (2024, March 26) The Hudson Valley’s Childcare Crisis. chronogram.com
Average Cost of Care 2023. childcarewestchester.org
Claire Cain Miller (2021, October 6) How Other Nations Pay for Childcare. The U.S. Is An Outlier. nytimes.com
The Journal Podcast Episode (2024, April 11) How Employer-Funded Childcare Can Work
The Ins and Outs of the Child and Dependent Care Credit (2024, January 24) turbotax.intuit.com
Stephen J. Dubner (2021, January 13) Freakonomics Radio Episode 447. How Much Do We Really Care About Children
Childcare Tour Report (2021). nysenate.gov