GO DEEPER
The Hands That Shape Tomorrow offers a powerful, intimate look at how guaranteed income initiatives can transform the lives of early childhood educators. Directed by Emmy Award–winning filmmaker Kyra Knox (Bad Things Happen in Philadelphia, executive produced by Allen Iverson), the documentary follows early childhood educators participating in an 18-month guaranteed income program. Through candid interviews and personal stories, the film examines how financial stability affects those who nurture our youngest children—both inside and outside the classroom—and reveals the ripple effects of economic security on their families, schools, and entire communities.
The film was created in partnership with Vanguard, People Media’s Fund, and Media Ed-Tech Institute.
The Impact of Guaranteed Income for Educators
“This film allows audiences to witness the real-world consequences of financial insecurity among educators—and what becomes possible when that burden is lifted.
By centering the voices of early childhood educators, we hope to spark meaningful conversation about how investing in those who care for our youngest learners ultimately benefits us all.”
– Laquana Cooke and Jeremy C. McCool, Executive Producers
