Getting to Know Your International Contacts—Part 3

This week apart of our assignment was to review the website United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (http://www.unesco.org).

Upon reviewing this site I found three things from the site that were insightful. The first, the World Conference on Early Childhood Care and Education. This conference discussed funding, political commitments and services offered. This inspires me to know that there are others out there looking to make a difference in our industry. It seems a bit mind blowing that the lack of funding is even a major topic at the national conference as it hails as a problem for all countries. I can only hope those in the position to make the change actually does it and begins funding ECE.

I also noticed the importance of the programs embracing the holistic development idea of taking care of the whole child. Quality was discussed as being able to aid in development through the transition into school. In addition, providing quality care to disadvantaged families was also listed as important.

It seems that funding and lack of resources is a problem for ece professionals all around the world as investing was also a topic on the list. Through the information posted, urging the government to invest more and be particular about where investments were placed was discussed. I think its very important that government in every country distribute funding and resources appropriately so that no matter where a child lives or how much money their parents do not make, they all should have access to quality child care and schooling.