Many childcare workers want children to grow in environments free from gender stereotypes and restrictions, yet often end up subconsciously reinforcing society’s messaging. From a young age, we have an opportunity to shift our language and behavior to improve mental health and stronger connections with children. Learn tools for reducing the pressures experienced by children […]
Many childcare workers want children to grow in environments free from gender stereotypes and restrictions, yet often end up subconsciously reinforcing society’s messaging. From a young age, we have an opportunity to shift our language and behavior to improve mental health and stronger connections with children. Learn tools for reducing the pressures experienced by children […]
Are you a new site-level manager? Are you starting an afterschool program with a new grant? The Site Leader Institute can help you grow into your new role. Visit our Site Leader Institute webpage for more details and to register.
This discussion will provide insights into specific issues, challenges, and opportunities that are relevant to Native American persons who may identify as being Two Spirit and the importance of recognizing cultural differences among all groups who may or may not be affiliated with LBGTQ+ communities.
Adults in childcare and education settings have a unique opportunity to provide programming and materials that allow youth to see themselves and their families represented, while preparing them for interacting with the world around them and helping them be better friends. This session introduces the “Mirrors & Windows” learning theory (coined by educator Emily Styles […]
Adults in childcare and education settings have a unique opportunity to provide programming and materials that allow youth to see themselves and their families represented, while preparing them for interacting with the world around them and helping them be better friends. This session introduces the “Mirrors & Windows” learning theory (coined by educator Emily Styles […]
Presented by: Holly Dickinson is the Director of Grants and District/Community Programs at the Lockport City School District. In this role she oversees ESSA program compliance; school and district comprehensive improvement and strategic planning; preparation, submission, and project direction of all competitive and non-competitive grants; family and community engagement; and the district’s community schools initiative. Holly has been leading […]
This presentation will feature many traditional teachings and concepts of Haudenosaunee and Native cultures and perspectives that help us all relate to each other and understand our connections to the natural world. These perspectives are very helpful to develop and maintain healthy, positive relationships with many others as well as with Native Americans.
Take your allyship to the next level with an introspective exploration. We usually don’t even realize how our own experiences of gender and attraction shape how we provide care and education for youth. Allyship isn’t about being “tolerant” or even “supportive.” It’s about ACTION - so let’s dive in. Prerequisite: LGBTQIA 101
Take your allyship to the next level with an introspective exploration. We usually don’t even realize how our own experiences of gender and attraction shape how we provide care and education for youth. Allyship isn’t about being “tolerant” or even “supportive.” It’s about ACTION - so let’s dive in. Prerequisite: LGBTQIA 101
