470
Population of young children (under age 6)
56%
Percentage of young children living in poverty
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe Region is defined by the borders of the Pascua Pueblo Reservation in Pima County. The region covers approximately 2.2 square miles. The Pascua Yaqui Tribe is one of 10 Arizona tribes that has chosen to be designated as its own First Things First region.
Priorities
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe Regional Partnership Council makes strategic investments to support the healthy development and learning of the young children in the region. The regional council’s priorities include:
- Strengthening families through parenting workshops and activities
- Increasing early care and education services
- Supporting the health and well-being of young children
- Providing professional development opportunities for early care and education professionals
Regional Publications
First Things First Staff
Jessica Harrington
Sr. Director, Southeast Regional Area
Tiburcia Yocupicio-Chambers
Regional Director, Pascua Yaqui Tribe
Regional Office
3610 N Prince Village Pl
Ste 100
Tucson, AZ 85719
