World Forum Community in Action!
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World Forum Community in Action! High spirited interactions and powerful learning opportunities engaged 630 early childhood administrators, trainers, caregivers, public officials, and advocates from 76 countries during 2009 World Forum in Belfast. Ideas were exchanged about impacting the quality of services for young children in diverse settings around the world. Ten years of building the work of the World Forum were celebrated, and the future of this work was set in motion.
B el fa st , N o rt he rn Ir el a nd Ju ne 1 6 -1 9 , 2 0 0 9
This Forum was hosted by Early Years, the highlyrespected comprehensive early childhood agency working in Northern Ireland and throughout Europe. Delegates at the 2009 World Forum participated in... • Northern Ireland Study Tour • Four plenary sessions focusing on children’s rights issues and brain research • 64 sessions on policy, leadership, curriculum, advocacy, and major contemporary social issues impacting young children • International Dance celebrating 10 years of the World Forum • Networking receptions and no-host dining • Welcome Reception and Closing Luncheon • International Children’s Art Exhibit • Delegate cultural performances • Unlimited opportunities to meet and enjoy spirited professionals from around the world
What a fantastic opportunity to spend the time with people who are passionate about the same thing – children – and on top of that, wonderful people from all over the World. Jackie Ellis, Northern Ireland
I learned volumes from my fellow participan ts. My participation in the conference has not only helped me develop my individual and orga nizational network of contacts , but has also expanded my ho rizons and my understanding of earl y childhood. Bishnu H. Bhatta, Nepa
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Reprinted with permission from Exchange magazine. Visit us at www.ChildCareExchange.com or call (800) 221-2864. Multiple use copy agreement available for educators by request.
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The World Forum has developed initiatives around topics of importance to delegates. These Working Groups focus on advocacy, men in ECE, peace building, HIV/ AIDS, multi-site organizations, nature, teacher education, technology — globally diverse groups grappling with societal issues impacting young children. New work has begun around indigenous people, inclusion, play and immigration. Learn more about the groups and how you can get involved: www.WorldForumFoundation.org
You cannot describe it in words, you have to be there to know the power of this experience. So many people from so many places coming together to share our stories – all of us connected through our dedication and commitment to creating a better world for all children. Dr. Ellen Lynn Hall, United States
Across continents, we celebrate differences, share knowledge, learn about and from each other. Each of us is forever changed by this experience. Thank you! Hope Moffat, Canada
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hat w st ju t no e ar e er th es ri o My great mem ications un m m co e th t bu , ns io ss se I learned in of it. ut o w re g at th s ip sh nd ie fr d an Mehra Jalili, Iran
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I am so very glad that we are all part of this big family doing our part in our own way and coming together to make that impact worldwide.. Puspa Sivan, Malaysia
The World Forum is on Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr! Come join the conversations at www.WorldForumFoundation.org.
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2009 WORLD FORUM REPORT EXCHANGE
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009
World Forum Community in Action! High spirited interactions and powerful learning opportunities engaged 630 early childhood administrators, trainers, caregivers, public officials, and advocates from 76 countries during 2009 World Forum in Belfast. Ideas were exchanged about impacting the quality of services for young children in diverse settings around the world. Ten years of building the work of the World Forum were celebrated, and the future of this work was set in motion.
B el fa st , N o rt he rn Ir el a nd Ju ne 1 6 -1 9 , 2 0 0 9
This Forum was hosted by Early Years, the highlyrespected comprehensive early childhood agency working in Northern Ireland and throughout Europe. Delegates at the 2009 World Forum participated in... • Northern Ireland Study Tour • Four plenary sessions focusing on children’s rights issues and brain research • 64 sessions on policy, leadership, curriculum, advocacy, and major contemporary social issues impacting young children • International Dance celebrating 10 years of the World Forum • Networking receptions and no-host dining • Welcome Reception and Closing Luncheon • International Children’s Art Exhibit • Delegate cultural performances • Unlimited opportunities to meet and enjoy spirited professionals from around the world
What a fantastic opportunity to spend the time with people who are passionate about the same thing – children – and on top of that, wonderful people from all over the World. Jackie Ellis, Northern Ireland
I learned volumes from my fellow participan ts. My participation in the conference has not only helped me develop my individual and orga nizational network of contacts , but has also expanded my ho rizons and my understanding of earl y childhood. Bishnu H. Bhatta, Nepa
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Reprinted with permission from Exchange magazine. Visit us at www.ChildCareExchange.com or call (800) 221-2864. Multiple use copy agreement available for educators by request.
2009 WORLD FORUM REPORT SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009
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2009 WORLD FORUM REPORT EXCHANGE
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The World Forum has developed initiatives around topics of importance to delegates. These Working Groups focus on advocacy, men in ECE, peace building, HIV/ AIDS, multi-site organizations, nature, teacher education, technology — globally diverse groups grappling with societal issues impacting young children. New work has begun around indigenous people, inclusion, play and immigration. Learn more about the groups and how you can get involved: www.WorldForumFoundation.org
You cannot describe it in words, you have to be there to know the power of this experience. So many people from so many places coming together to share our stories – all of us connected through our dedication and commitment to creating a better world for all children. Dr. Ellen Lynn Hall, United States
Across continents, we celebrate differences, share knowledge, learn about and from each other. Each of us is forever changed by this experience. Thank you! Hope Moffat, Canada
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hat w st ju t no e ar e er th es ri o My great mem ications un m m co e th t bu , ns io ss se I learned in of it. ut o w re g at th s ip sh nd ie fr d an Mehra Jalili, Iran
2009 WORLD FORUM REPORT SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2009
I am so very glad that we are all part of this big family doing our part in our own way and coming together to make that impact worldwide.. Puspa Sivan, Malaysia
The World Forum is on Facebook, Twitter, and Flickr! Come join the conversations at www.WorldForumFoundation.org.
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