Topic: Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Connecting Head Start Programs with Refugee Communities

Representatives from Head Start programs and Refugee Resettlement Agencies will share lessons learned, best practices, and effective strategies when engaging and collaborating with refugees.

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Connecting with Refugee Communities

Program: Resources to Connect Head Start and Refugee Resettlement Agencies: Welcoming Families New to the United States Description: NHSA and research and communications firm Fors Marsh have teamed up to promote connections between local Head Start programs and refugee communities. In addition to providing high-quality services to the families of eligible children in refugee communities,…

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For Catawba Children and Families, “Head Start is Heart Work”

The Iswa Head Start program on the Catawba Reservation in South Carolina advocates for equitable and accessible early childhood education.

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A Head Start on Black History Month celebrations

In honor of Black History Month, children in Head Start classrooms across the country learn about and celebrate the impact of Black leaders.

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Head Start celebrates MLK Day

Head Start celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy year round by working towards his vision for racial equality.

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Celebrating Latino and Hispanic Heritage at MCDC

Montclair Child Development Center’s growing Hispanic service population informs their commitment to cultural competency.

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Parent with Autism Becomes Advocate

I didn’t always know that I was autistic, but I have always had great anxiety and difficulty forming and keeping relationships. I used to worry that I would be a terrible mother, or that someone would take my children away because of my mental illness. So before my first child was even born, I made…

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Macy Jones, Bold and Decisive Leader in Times of Crisis

Head Start Director Macy Jone’s community was hit hard by COVID-19. She hired a full-time licensed clinician to provide support.

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DEI Resources: Supporting LGBTQ+ Families

This collection of LGBTQ+ resources aims to promote equity in early learning.

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DEI Resources: Supporting AIAN Communities

Head Start believes that every child deserves success. Racial bias, injustice and racism have no place in Head Start. American Indian & Alaska Native (AIAN) families and communities deserve to feel heard and celebrated. Respecting and Embracing Native American Heritages, Languages, and Cultures Culturally Grounded Approaches to Support Children and Families in American Indian and…

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DEI Resources: Supporting Latino and Hispanic Communities

This collection of resources aims to promote and guide important conversations about supporting Latino and Hispanic communities.

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DEI Resources

This resource collection aims to support conversations on racism and injustice with young children.

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