S04 E07 – Building on Momentum: Creating Scalable, Community-Led Child Care Spaces Part 2 with Bridgitte Alomes and Rory Richards

 BC’s Path to Universal Child CareEpisode S04E07 – Building on Momentum: Creating Scalable, Community-Led Child Care SpacesRecorded live at the ECEBC Conference – May 8, 2025Guests: Bridgitte Alomes (Natural Pod), Rory Richards (NUQO Modular)Hosts: Nora, Crystal, and GydaIn this inspiring live episode, recorded at the ECEBC Conference in Richmond, we return for Part Two of our conversation with Bridgitte Alomes of Natural Pod and Rory Richards of NUQO Modular.Together, we explore how their powerful collaboration is addressing the urgent need for high-quality, sustainable, and community-rooted child care spaces—especially in underserved communities. Building on our first conversation, we dive into the real-world lessons, challenges, and momentum that have emerged as their work evolves.Topics covered include:New projects and partnerships since their initial collaborationLeadership and transformation in early learningNavigating timelines, funding, and government processesDesigning with equity, sustainability, and Indigenous leadership at the coreScaling their model to meet the diverse needs of communities across BC and beyondWhat’s fueling their hope and determination as they look aheadWhether you're a policymaker, child care provider, designer, or advocate, this episode offers tangible insights into how bold, values-driven collaboration can shape the future of child care.🔗 Resources & Links:Natural Pod naturalpod.comNUQO Modular nuqo.ca🎧 Listen to Part One: S04E05 – Designing with Purpose: A New Vision for Early Learning EnvironmentsDon’t forget to follow the podcast and share it with colleagues who care about creating an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable child care system.