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Revolutionizing early education. And childhood outcomes.

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Responsive relationships shape their future.

Too many children miss out on the brain-building conversations they need during the critical first five years. At LENA, we believe this is one of early childhood’s most solvable challenges. Our early talk tools and programs help adults boost positive interactions, building smarter children and stronger communities.

Our History
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Our Mission and Vision

Our mission is to transform children’s futures through early talk technology and data-driven programs.

We envision a world where every child benefits from positive relationships full of responsive interactions that unlock their full potential.

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Children impacted by LENA
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Improving Outcomes, the LENA Way

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Leveraging Technology

The LENA system leads to powerful insights about adult-child interactions.

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Creating Practical Solutions

We turn complex science into simple programs that elevate early childhood outcomes.

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Harnessing Data

Our measurements inform research, shape policies, and improve early childhood education practices.

Growing Our Impact

From Head Start classrooms to family child care homes and private child care centers, and from libraries to public health initiatives and research universities, LENA’s programs are creating measurable differences in children’s lives around the world. Your support helps us grow that impact.

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LENA Leadership

We wake up every day driven by a single purpose: ensuring every child experiences the power of conversation.

Meet Our Leadership
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Join Us

We’re building a team as diverse as the communities we serve. If you’re passionate about transforming children’s futures, we want to hear from you.

Careers at LENA

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Ready to put conversational turns at the center of your work with young children? Whether you’re looking to implement LENA programs, partner with us, or simply learn more, we’d love to connect.
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