One hope that I have when I think about working with children and families who come from diverse backgrounds will be that diversity will be conceptualized and experienced positively. We all hold value and worth within ourselves; however, I hope that one day we can refrain from marginalizing a group of people in order to ensure the gain of another.
“As
competitors in this race, we can win only as much as others lose; to ensure
that there will always be someone behind us, we divide humanity by race and
accord some groups more power than others” (Ramsey, 2004).
We can all be considered “winners” in society; but, we must
address and improve our way of thinking in regards to family diversity.
Programs must be created to ensure inclusiveness and a fair chance for all
children. We need to be open to the fact that people are different from
ourselves; however, it should not be viewed as being indifferent or abnormal.
One goal I
will like to set for the early childhood field related to issues of diversity,
equity, and social justice is that no child feels alienated due to their
race/background. I would like to ensure that all cultures receive the same
recognition of importance in order for all children to feel comfortable and free
to express themselves. We must come together with love and with a willing heart
to offer a peaceful moment to the world, because love is the greatest gift of
all.
Thank
you
I will like to
say thank you to all of my colleagues for your support, thoughts, and
dedication. As we continue this journey, I hope that our hearts continue to
expand with the desire to make a difference in young children’s lives. Nevertheless,
let’s continue to change ourselves for the better, so that we will be able to
lead by example in regards to making this world a better place.
Reference
Ramsey, P. G. (2004). Teaching
and learning in a diverse world (pp. 3–6). New York, NY: Teachers College
Press.
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