In attempting to connect with an early childhood professional internationally, I have learned that many countries face similar issues as the United States. The affordability of high quality early childhood programs, accessibility of high quality early childhood programs to young children in rural areas and poverty are a few consequences which have affected me and my professional career.
The country's economy plays a large part in the disparity of the socio-economic population. In Mongolia, families living in poverty increased in the 1990's. Young children and their families do not have adequate health care which effects their overall development. Migration is a technique used to assist families living in poverty to relocate into urban areas. Then families will have more opportunities for education and employment. I plan to continue communicating with international early childhood professionals to find different ways to allow more families to access high quality early childhood programs (Childhood Poverty Research and Policy Centre, 2012).
Many countries have issues with accessibility and funding for high quality early childhood programs. There is great difficulty training staff and locating staff to work in high quality early childhood programs. Young children with disabilities do not participate in high quality early childhood programs due to being hidden or placed in institutions. Societies need to understand the importance of investing in high quality early childhood programs to ensure our future. Young children with various abilities require opportunities to assist them reach their full potential.
Even though I was unable to to make contact with an early childhood professional internationally, I will continue to try and make contact with an international early childhood professional. Once I make contact with several international early childhood professionals, I would like to form an exchange program in order to experience situations they face on a daily basis with their young students. It will also provide opportunities to understand the unique characteristics of different cultures by being immersed in the culture. In re-examining my professional goals, I plan to encourage my staff to develop relationships with international early childhood professionals and provide opportunities to live in their country. They would also have the opportunity to work with my staff. I am confident several of my international contacts will respond where additional opportunities for collaboration shall begin.
I would like to thank all of my colleagues and future international colleagues for your support. I look forward to continued collaboration. Good fortune on your future endeavors .
"It takes a village to raise a child."
-African Proverb-
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"It takes a village to raise a child."
-African Proverb-