To begin, the podcasts
of Mr. Meridas Yora, Dr. Deevia Bhana, and Maysoun Chehab ignited my passion for becoming a worldwide child
advocate; it showed me the power of the individual and motivated me to be more
aware of opportunities within my own community. All of the podcast guests were able
to make a difference by being proactive within their local community and react to their
surroundings. Their work earned them a worldwide attention and made them international
advocates.
Secondly, as a consequence to exploring
the various early childhood websites for the past few weeks, I am better aware
of the available resources for early childhood educators and the ways they each
work to support the well-being of children. By exploring my chosen organization, Center for Child Care Workforce, for example, I became familiar with their efforts to improve the quality of early childhood education
by focusing on the early childhood workforce. I learned that the mentoring program I am
currently part of is a product of their work and efforts. I also became aware
of the “Worthy Wages Day” taking place annually on May 1st and aims
to bring attention to the importance of the field and the need to improve jobs. Furthermore, reading colleagues' posts about organizations such as UNICEF, UNESCO, CDF, and Save the Children made me aware of their tremendous efforts
to support children as well.Finally, one of the most important consequences of learning about the international early childhood field was appreciating what we have here in the United States. Despite all our shortcomings in the field, our children have access to basic needs that many others around the world do not. Reading through the posts of my colleagues every week, I realized the dire situation some children endure everyday and the privileges we overlook on a daily bases. These blessings put the burden on us, as a nation, to advocate, aid, and support others around the world until each and every child is reached.
Therefore, my one goal for the filed would be to establish contacts with colleagues around the world, particularly in areas where advocacy is needed the most and extend support. as a director, I have the power to educate other colleagues and share the knowledge I gain from my international contacts.
I would like to conclude by
extending my gratitude to all those who have read my blog for the past few
weeks or left a comment.
I have enjoyed reading your posts and discussions, and appreciate all you have shared. The early childhood field is fortunate to have an advocate such as you. It has certainly been eye-opening to learn of early child education and care in other parts of the world- it puts what we have in a new perspective.
ReplyDeleteRola,
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed reading your blogs throughout this course. You are such an asset to the early childhood field. I love your idea of establishing contacts where advocacy is needed. You are in position of leadership and your desire to improve this field will resonate around the world! Thank you for sharing!
Rola,
ReplyDeleteI have really enjoyed your Blogs, I think you have been an inspiration, as well as a true advocate, and a voice for all the children you have and will work wit in the future. And as a director like you. I agree that having regular contacts, as well as establishing positive working relationships will definitely enhance our jobs as directors. Good luck and Keep up the great work, and I look forward to seeing you again in future courses.
Sylvia
Hello Rola,
ReplyDeleteI must agree that a consequence to the course is certainly becoming aware of all the reources that are available to us here in the states. To know and walk in the power of advocacy is a very strong consequence to this course because it can lend strength to those who feel powerless. I wish you much success in yout studies and in your continuing journey of being a quality EC Professional.
Sheila