SAVI Data & Drafts: The State of Childcare Access in Central Indiana

For many families, access to childcare isn’t just a challenge. It’s a deciding factor.

Join us at the Indianapolis Public Library – Central Library for a free, in-person Data & Drafts event examining how access to childcare varies across Central Indiana and why it matters.

Where you live and what you earn can shape whether quality childcare is available and affordable, or out of reach. This session breaks down how cost and availability impact access to organized care, from childcare centers to early learning programs, and what the data reveals about where gaps persist and who is most affected.

• A focused, accessible data presentation
• Time to ask questions and explore the findings
• Opportunities to connect with others working on or interested in these issues

Data & Drafts is designed to be conversational and engaging, with space to dig into what the data actually means in practice.

In addition to nearby paid street parking, the Central Library offers a parking garage for patrons during their visit.

For the most up-to-date parking rates, visit:
https://www.indypl.org/locations/central-library (scroll to the bottom of the page)

Central Library Parking Garage
Enter from Pennsylvania Street near 9th Street:
841 N. Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Free parking will be available for this event in the Central Library garage.

Bike racks are also available in front of the library’s main entrance on St. Clair Street.

This event is presented in partnership with the Indianapolis Public Library, WFYI Public Media, and SAVI. Beer is generously provided by Bier Brewery.

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