For the past several weeks, I have been studying the Children Defense Fund's website. Out of all CDF's policy priorities, the top policies that are particular relevant to my professional development are "Ending Child Poverty," "Early Childhood Education and Care," and "Special Projects for Children in Need." I found it extremely difficult to narrow it down to these three, as all issues regarding children are relevant to my professional development. The "Moments in America, " and "Each Day in America" sections really made me think about public policy (as it relates to children and families) in a different way. Those alarming numbers of disturbing events that happen to children, on a daily basis, really makes you wonder how is it that the UNITED STATES OF AMERICA can NOT get a "grip" on child poverty, child abuse/neglect, accessible health care and affordable HIGH-QUALITY early childhood education for ALL families?? That really opened my eyes and cause me to realize that much is still needed to be done at the federal and state levels of government to ensure a bright future for children.
CDF has an extensive list of how other organizations support the early childhood field. CDF also refer many people to these organizations (nationwide) to enhance their work in improving the quality of life for children.
The other insight that I have gained from CDF's website are the many issues that various chidlren from diverse cultures and ethnic groups face. I have learned so much from this section of CDF's website.
Kensha,
ReplyDeleteI love your blog because I always learn something new. You are such an insightful professional. I can tolerate child poverty in many parts of the world but for the United States, the most powerful country in the world, to have children living in dire situation is just not acceptable. It is good to know that the Children Defense Fund’s Website has all those resources that work on eliminating poverty. I really want to keep in touch. I want to add you to my professional network. Are you on LinkedIn or Facebook? Can I have your email? I have so many questions about Head Start, and I believe you are my girl. It looks like you are doing the same class, who is your instructor? I miss you in my group.