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The purpose of the Early Childhood Association shall be:

Section 1
To promote and contribute to the professional development and continuing education of its members. 
To promote the welfare of young children. 
To promote quality care, compensation, and affordability of quality child care for children, parents, and professionals who provide child care and education. 
To increase awareness of children's issues at Idaho State University and to advocate for the rights of young children within the community. 
To increase awareness of the Early Childhood Care and Education program at the College of Technology at Idaho State University. 

Section II 
To serve in a public relations capacity to further the Early Childhood Association and the needs of children within the University and surrounding communities. 

Officers