One hope that you have when you think about working with children and families of diverse backgrounds:
I hope that professionals within the early childhood field will take the time to learn about the culture, values, and individual perspectives of the families that are being serviced. Effective relationships between individuals of diverse backgrounds are based on a foundation of trust, understanding, and positive interactions. In my opinion, achieving the goal of understanding diversity allows the professional and the family to get to know each other without prior judgement; so the lines of communications can remain open.
One goal you would like to set for the early childhood field related to issues of diversity, equity, and social justice:
I would set the goal of the early childhood professional to focus on individualization and not stereotypes. Every person has their own experiences, culture, and view of life that guides their mannerisms. I would challenge every early childhood professional to learn something new about at least 3 students a day. Reaching this goal will help the professional to practice focusing on individual traits and how those traits contribute to individual development.
I would like to thank all of my colleagues for sharing their perspectives on biases, equity, and social justice. It has been a pleasure learning with each and every one of you. I wish you all the best in your next course. Many Thanks!
Salesha
Hi Salesha,
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU SO VERY MUCH for your responses to my posts, insight, and the experiences you have shared with me! I have wholeheartedly learned a lot from you!!! :)
One goal that I would set for myself as an early childhood professional working with children and families from diverse backgrounds would be to effectively advocate for such families. With the children and families that I hope to connect with, professionally and educationally, I hope to be in a position to truly make a difference and break generational curses!
Monique