Cardi B and Mayor Mamdani Launch Jingle Contest for NYC's Free Childcare Program
Cardi B is fully supporting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s new 2-K program. Together, they have launched a citywide contest to create a jingle that will promote free childcare. The contest invites people to submit original 15- and 30-second songs, with Cardi assisting in selecting the winner. Mamdani and Cardi are enthusiastic about the initiative and are encouraging New Yorkers to participate in spreading the word about the program.
In a video announcement, Mamdani and Cardi discuss the importance of free childcare, especially for women who need support to advance in their careers. Mamdani explains the details of the 2-K program, which will provide free childcare for 2-year-olds starting this fall. Enrollment for the program will begin in June, and Mamdani invites New Yorkers to participate in a jingle competition to create the program's official theme song.
Cardi is excited to be part of the judging panel for the jingle competition and is eager to support the initiative. Mamdani references Cardi's hit song "Bodak Yellow" in his statement, emphasizing the importance of universal childcare for New Yorkers. The winning jingle will be used as the official theme for the program and will receive radio play.
To enter the competition, participants can submit their jingles through the city's website by April 17. The winning song will be announced and promoted with the hashtag #NYC2KJingle. Mamdani introduced the 2-K plan early in his term to provide free childcare for families with 2-year-olds, regardless of their income or immigration status. The program will launch in four areas this fall, with enrollment opening on June 2 and closing on June 26.
Overall, Cardi B and Mayor Mamdani are committed to promoting free childcare in New York City through the 2-K program and engaging the community in creating a catchy jingle to raise awareness about the initiative.