While researching international
early childhood organizations, I learned the importance of EC professionals
gathering to exchange ideas, strategies, and perspectives that promote the
well-being of ALL children and their families around the world.
The World Forum Foundation is an
example of an international early childhood organization with members from more
than 80 countries who collaborate on a wide range of issues impacting the
delivery of quality services for children and families globally. Currently the
WFF is launching global projects on AIDS and young children, nature education,
peace education, teacher education, and immigration and young children. (WFF)
UNICEF is another organization that
believes nurturing and caring for children are the cornerstones of human progress
(UNICEF). The global obstacles of poverty, violence, disease, and
discrimination are prohibiting millions of children from gaining the healthy
foundation they need and deserve in life. It is our responsibility as early
childhood professionals to help build a world where the rights of every child
are realized. (UNICEF)
By becoming a member of an
international early childhood organization, EC professionals are invited to
join conversations and become involved as advocates for young children and
their families around the world. I am a new member of both the World Forum
Foundation and UNICEF and look forward to receiving information on the most
important global issues and trends facing the field. By becoming aware and
involved, we can intentionally plan a brighter future for our children and
world.
References
UNICEF, Retrieved from: http://www.unicef.org/
World Forum Foundation, (WFF) Retrieved from:
http://www.worldforumfoundation.org/
Your post is a reminder that becoming an advocate for children and families doesn't require a huge amount of time or commitment. It can be as simple as being a member of an organization, making small annual or bi annual donations or just a consumer of the latest information regarding the field. There are different type of involvement and levels of participation.
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