Getting to know International Contacts Part 3

UNESCO’s “Early Childhood Care and Education”

"In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. The Organization aims to help build a sustainable world with just societies that value knowledge, promote peace, celebrate diversity and defend human rights, achieved by providing Education for All (EFA). (www.UNESCO.ORG)".

The UNESCO provides ECE professionals the global information about  education  in various parts of the world. The insights that are an interest to me are the access and equity. Currently, access and equity will always be a subject matter in the ECE field. "Countries often promote alternative services for poor children with limited or no access to mainstream early childhood services which can be cost-effective and pedagogically innovative, but often raise concerns about sustainability and quality(www.UNESCO.org)".

Quality play a vital role in early childhood. Parents seek the best quality ear;y childhood education for their children. Even if we are thousands of miles away, all parents want a quality learning environment for their children. 

"The 1990 Jomtien Declaration on Education for All (EFA), stated that countries should view early childhood as part of basic education. Once countries recognize the positive value of state investment in this area, the next challenge is to mobile funds(www.UNESCO.org)". If nations would take time to invest in early childhood education but have a plan of action on how funds are to be spent and to implement the plan of action early childhood field will demonstrate the children being prepared for the school readiness. Not all nations have the freedom, liberty, and justice we have in The United States of America and despite all of the differences that is going on in our nation, we must realize we have freedom and EDUCATION FOR ALL!

Resources:

UNESCO’s “Early Childhood Care and Education” retrieved from  (http://www.unesco.org/new/en/education/themes/strengthening-education-systems/early-childhood/),

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.8TRwbnJc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpufv

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpufv

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpuf

In 1945, UNESCO was created in order to respond to the firm belief of nations, forged by two world wars in less than a generation, that political and economic agreements are not enough to build a lasting peace. Peace must be established on the basis of humanity’s moral and intellectual solidarity. - See more at: http://en.unesco.org/about-us/introducing-unesco#sthash.CACdaiPc.dpuf

Sharing Web Resources

The website I been review since class started is Zero To Three. The website is very informative  resources for new parents, caregivers, and for families.
The linked I have not explored yet on Zero to Three website is the link for Military Family Project.

"ZERO TO THREE is proud to support military families. We work to increase awareness and collaboration throughout the military community so that parents and professionals can more effectively care for very young children and their families(http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/funded-projects/military-families/)". The Military Family Project has numerous resources for parents, families, and caregivers who are dealing with deployment of a loved one. The following are the resources below per Zero to Three Website:
Expanding Our Outreach - As our extensive Duty to Care trainings have come to an end, Military Family Projects is pleased to announce its expanded efforts on behalf of Veteran families and their providers, as well as to highlight issues related to young children with special needs in military families.
Duty to Care – You Make a Difference (E-Learning Course) - For early child education professionals, these 3 twenty-minute interactive e-learning modules offer insights and strategies for supporting young children during deployment, injury or death of a Service member. Your supportive relationship and the little things you say and do every day can make a big difference in the lives of parents and children.
Supporting Young Children - These brochures focus on the unique experience of parenting a baby or toddler, particularly during times of stress and separation that military families may be experiencing.
Honoring our Babies and Toddlers - This 3-piece set, designed for professionals and military parents, provides methods to support young children affected by stress, trauma, grief, and loss due to a military parent’s deployment, injury, or death.
CTAMF E-newsletter - Coming Together Around Military Families^® E-newsletter- A quarterly newsletter for professionals from Military Family Projects at ZERO TO THREE, which provides the most up-to-date resources and knowledge specifically tailored to the needs of military families with very young children and for a multidisciplinary audience of health, mental health, family support, and early education professionals.
Materials available at Military OneSource - You can now order CTAMF materials. ZERO TO THREE provides a comprehensive collection of materials for parents, caregivers, and professionals who work to meet the needs of military families with babies and toddlers affected events such as deployment and reunification.
Related Organizations - For more information on additional resources focused on helping families with young children.
Sample Letters for Parents to Give Professionals - Parents can use these sample letters with a medical provider or child care professional to help them better understand their family’s experiences.
Parent Flyers - Download 7 parent flyers that emphasize the importance of supporting babies and toddlers during deployment and relocation.
Young Children on the Homefront: Family Stories, Family, Strengths DVD - Military families share their unique deployment experiences and challenges, and they offer tips and strategies that parents will find useful in supporting their young child before, during, and after deployment
"Over There" Activity Book - ZERO TO THREE has developed this book to help parents find the words to reassure your child that Mommy or Daddy is out there thinking about and loving him from far away.
Medical / Health Care - Time-saving tools are available now to aid the busy clinician in understanding a military family’s deployment-related issues, with resources the clinician can provide families about deployment, reunification, injury, and bereavement.
Research and Resilience - Military Family Projects at ZERO TO THREE is pleased to provide an overview of Research and Resilience, an 18-month initiative generously funded by the Iraq Afghanistan Deployment Impact Fund of the California Community Foundation.
A Professional’s Guide to Creating Activities for Strengthening Parent-Child Connections - Are you looking for ways to include children under 5 in your programming? It isn’t surprising since children ages birth to 5 years old make up about 40% of Active Duty children and 25% of all the children in National Guard families. “Connections” will help you in creating activities that are interactive and fun, while promoting strong parent-child connections and parental self-care. These activities are also perfect for those coordinating Yellow Ribbon events, with ideas that early care providers might use to involve even the youngest children.

 (http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/funded-projects/military-families/)

In my opinion, the children of military families may be the forgotten ones. Some children may not understand why mommy and daddy are gone for so long or mommy/daddy are in heaven. This is an topic that all caregivers should be prepared for especially because these families are protecting our freedom.

Zero To Three does have a section called Care & Education. Under this section, school readiness is discussed. The school readiness section gives parents resources on how to prepare their infant -three yr old about child care and  age level  developmental  transitions for the children.

Resources:

ZERO TO THREE: National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families( 2012) retrieved from http://www.zerotothree.org/

Getting to Know International Contacts

After researching The Harvard University's Global Children's Initiative the three ideas/insight I gained are awareness for the early childhood field (global), networking with other ECE professionals, and equity for all children. "The National Scientific Council on the Developing Child is a multidisciplinary, multi-university collaboration designed to bring the science of early childhood and early brain development to bear on public decision-making. Established in 2003, the Council is committed to an evidence-based approach to building broad-based public will that transcends political partisanship and recognizes the complementary responsibilities of family, community, workplace, and government to promote the well-being of all young children(The President and Fellows of Harvard College, 2014)".
What is also interesting is that the Global Initiative has created a portfolio in which the three areas of studies are early childhood development, mental health, and children in crisis and conflict situations.
As an educator in the United States, sometimes we  can take things for granted and not realizing the opportunities, funding, and freedom we have in our country. Children in other parts of the world are fighting for an education , a right to learn, and also fighting to stay alive......(food for thought) Didn't really ponder about early childhood global and the challenges these areas are dealing with.  

 We all learn something new everyday.

Resources:
Harvard University’s “Global Children’s Initiative(2014) retrieved from
website (http://developingchild.harvard.edu/initiatives/global_initiative/

Sharing Web Resources

The specific section of the Zero to Three website is relevant to my professional development because working for a nonprofit organization does include public policy criteria. Zero to Three gives resources under the Public Policy tab about upcoming and current policies that can and will assist early childhood education.The idea that makes me think about issues in a new way is that what is going to when the grant funding is no longer available or if a different party is elected in office. The elected official decide who will be the lead for education systems therefore not all may agree on which types of assessment/criteria to follow or implement.




Resource:
Zero to Three(2012) retrieved from  http://www.zerotothree.org/public-policy/