May 8, 2026 -The third day of the Forum featured partner-led sessions focused on practical tools, innovative financing approaches, advocacy strategies, and systems transformation for early years investment. Discussions explored topics including public expenditure reviews, home-based childcare, outcomes-based financing, costing ECD services, and building sustainable financing commitments ahead of the 2027 International Finance Summit for Early Childhood. Sessions also highlighted country experiences from Rwanda and Colombia, showcasing how governments, funders, and partners can work together to strengthen quality, scale, and long-term sustainability of early childhood systems.
