When asked why I chose this specialization many things come to mind. The first is the children.
The children and their families are the most important aspect of why I chose to go into Advocacy. I want to be a voice for young children and their families.
Advocates are essential in the early childhood field. Advocates educate their local communities, society, and legislators on the benefits and importance of early learning and high-quality care for our most precious asset.....our children. Advocates help empower young children and their families by giving them a voice.
By specializing in Public Policy and Advocacy I hope I learn more about how I can make a difference in my area and call to action our local communities to improve the quality of care and education for our young children and their families.
"In every conceivable manner, the family is the link to our past and the bridge to our future!"
~ Alex Haley
Toni,
ReplyDeleteExactly, we must invest in our children. They are our future and so there are some of us that have been placed her to be their voice until they can speak for themselves. I not only see myself as an advocate for very young children, but children of all ages.
I think that the best way to help families, young children and the early learner is to be in a position of advocacy. Children are our future.
ReplyDeleteToni
ReplyDeleteI was hoping to raise awareness in my area too about advocating for our children and whats best for them. I am hoping to make a difference in our future.
Toni
ReplyDeleteI believe that we are our children's best advocate. I hope that through this course we can learn how to better advocate!
Toni,
ReplyDeleteI really like that you included pictures in your post. What a fun touch! I may follow your lead next time around. I could not agree more that children and their families are the most important aspect of public policy and advocacy. Thank you for keeping things in perspective. Best of luck to you!