When it comes to working with children and families from
diverse backgrounds, the hope that I have is that we are able to communicate
and understand one another. A goal I would like to set for the early childhood
field relating to issues of diversity, equity, and social justice is to 1) show
families from diverse backgrounds that they are welcome by displaying flags and
the word welcome in the language each flag represents as well as through our
actions. 2) Demonstrate equity by honoring diverse families represented in the
facility with a given week to share and answer questions about their culture.
3) Create strategies to increase awareness of the harmful effects of
microaggressions. I am truly inspired by all of the insights and questions from
the discussion. I listened to the hearts
of each of you and I learned a lot from all of you; you all have played a
tremendous part in shaping my professionalism for the better. Thank you!
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