LA County Board

22. Recognizing International Day of Play and Promoting Play-Based\nWellness\nRecommendation as submitted by Supervisor Mitchell: Declare June 11, 2026,\nas “International Day of Play” throughout Los Angeles County (County). Direct\nthe Director of the Center for Strategic Partnerships to lead efforts with the\nDepartments of Parks and Recreation, Public Social Services (DPSS), Public\nHealth, Mental Health, Children and Family Services, the Office of Child, Youth,\nand Family Well-Being, the LA County Library, Los Angeles County Office of\nEducation, and other relevant County departments to collaborate with\nphilanthropy, community-based organizations, schools, early childhood\nproviders, and youth-serving agencies to promote:\nSocial growth through play;\nHealing and emotional wellness through play-based engagement; and\nEducational and developmental opportunities through accessible and\ninclusive play activities for children and families across the County.\nEncourage County departments and community partners to support and expand\nprograms such as DPSS’ Toy Loan Program, as well as events, and public\nawareness efforts that recognize the vital role of play in fostering healthy\nchildhood development and resilient communities.\nDirect the Director of the Department of Economic Opportunity, through\nAmerica’s Job Center of California and the Workforce Development Board, to\nengage with toy manufacturers, including Mattel, to increase career\nopportunities for local youth with barriers to employment into career pathways\nrelated to “play,” and report back to the Board in writing in 120 days with a\nproposed plan and identified employer partners. (26-3342)\nExecutive Office