Professional Hopes and Goals

When reaching out to families who come from diverse backgrounds my goal is to ensure that they feel included because we have put forth the effort to gain an understanding of their cultural beliefs.  My hope is that they will feel valued and become a resource to other families that have cultural differences.  I also hope that the children will feel that they were given the same opportunities to progress as those that are not from their culture.

One goal that I would like to set for the early childhood field related to issues of diversity, equity, and social justice is that we all put forth the effort to understand others and see each other as valuable pieces to a great society.  Our differences are what make us strong.

Thanks to all of my colleagues during these eight weeks it was such a great opportunity to have discussions and share our different experiences regarding the children and families in the early childhood.  Thanks for your valuable input.