: Welcoming Families From Around the World

The name of “my” family’s country of origin is

Africa

Five ways in which I will prepare myself to be culturally responsive towards this family

1.  Research is the key. If my family is coming from Africa it is important for me as the educator to know all there is to know about what part of Africa there from and learn about their culture and belief.   Ask the family question about their expectation for the program and how we can meet those expectations.

2.  Develop tools to address difficult issues of discrimination and oppression and always respect the individual child.

3. As a early childhood educator it’s important to make sure that the program is rooted in children needs and experiences.

4.  Always encourage children to discuss their family heritage to encourage self- knowledge and a positive self-concept.

5.  Widen the friend and colleagues acquaintances and make sure it includes people of different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences.

Brief statement describing in what ways I hope that these preparations will benefit both you and the family

It is so important to make sure you learn as much as possible about children and families of diver culture in order to meet their needs. In order to meet their needs I must get pass the discrimination and oppression and make sure all children are being respected. This can be done when children are encouraged to discuss their family heritage. As an early childhood educator it is important to continue training and surround myself with friends and colleagues that can help with the learning process as it relates to backgrounds, cultures, and experiences of the children and families I will one day serve.