Episode 87: Today’s Child Care Desert – A Community Challenge

Cornell University's Inclusive Excellence Podcast

In this episode, Erin and Toral sit down with Ruth Merle-Doyle, Work Life Program Manager at Cornell, and Melissa Perry, CEO of the Child Development Council of Central New York, to discuss the urgent issue of child care accessibility. With the nation – especially Tompkins County – facing a severe shortage, they explore the impact on working parents, available resources, and why this challenge affects every employee, parent or not. Tune in for personal stories and professional insights on supporting families and caregivers in the workplace and learn why “leaving loudly” is key.