Learning about the international early childhood field has reinforced the feeling and belief that we are connected as a human race. I believe all parents want the best for their children, despite where they live in the world, what ethnicity they are, or how much education they possess; parents want their children to grow and develop healthy. Although we would like this desire to be attainable for all young children and families the reality is it is not. Poverty is a huge barrier for many people throughout the world. Inadequate and low quality childcare is another barrier for healthy development in young children. In addition, many countries are struggling to implement programs that provide the information and education that parents need to help their children develop properly in the first few years of life.
After studying the international websites, listening to podcasts, and exchanging ideas with colleagues we have a responsibility to stay informed of issues that affect young children all over the world.
One goal for us all within the early childhood field is the need for professional development and awareness in meeting the needs of the diverse population and changing demographics that we are presented with. As early childhood professionals we must gain the knowledge needed to educate parents and children that may be different from ourselves. Meeting people were they are and accepting what they bring to the table is a skill needed in a global society.
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