Supporting Newcomer Children & Families in Early Childhood Settings

In this workshop participants will be given practical steps and strategies to create Early Childhood spaces that are inclusive and welcoming of all newcomer children and families. Participants will be asked to reflect upon and consider the following:

• The journey (adversity, stress and trauma)
• The child’s perspective (a new world)
• Cultural misunderstandings and cultural awareness
• Community supports and engagement
• Enhancing communication within ECE spaces
• Using a curriculum of kindness to enhance relationships