Title:
How ECEC programmes contribute to social inclusion in diverse societies
Authors:
Friendly, M.
Year:
2007
Serial number:
108
Journal:
Early Childhood Matters
Volume:
June
Pages:
11
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14
ISSN:
1387-9553
Language:
eng
Subject:
Social and Political Change
Keywords:
children
,
social development
Abstract:
Today cultural and racial diversity is a reality in many countries and there is growing recognition that ensuring that modern diverse societies
function is about more than ‘the more we get together’. Instead, real recognition and respect for diversity requires thoughtful public policy that begins with a well-woven safety net of settlement, employment, training and education, health and economic and social programmes; all of which are important. But among these, it is recognised that early childhood education and care (ECEC) is a key link – a central connection in the safety net. ECEC can be a primary means of supporting and strengthening social inclusion in a meaningful way by playing multiple vital roles for both children and adults in creating social inclusion in diverse societies.
Organization:
Bernard van Leer Foundation
Country:
Canada
Region:
North America
Category:
Practice
Right:
© 2007 Bernard van Leer Foundation
Document type:
E-article
File:
124164.pdf