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An important nudge to continue reflecting on how we define curriculum, and why it's critical to keep learning contextual to the richness of the children's experiences that they bring into the classroom. We are long past the analogy of children as little sponges. I love the idea of 'negotiating curriculum'; it is indeed a negotiation amongst all members of the school community. It is challenging, but the process of debating and re-prioritizing is urgent and agency-driven. Often within a Unit of Inquiry, a teacher will come to me and say "this is a bit of a tangent from the unit, but my children are really into ____, can I go in that direction?" The answer will always be yes. The beauty of early years education is that you don't need to dig too deep to find connections between children's interests and its alignment with outcomes/skills/understandings in the curriculum. The routes on the map are never linear, and when we actively listen to children, we surface the many ways we can get to the same place. The challenge to educators is, will you take that leap and follow that tangent? To what extent do you trust that learning will emerge on the other side? 🤔

What does it mean to be an active citizen, and what role do young people play in society? 🤔 Himani Chouhan, Senior Officer, Programs at Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC) breaks it down and discusses how youth can make a meaningful impact in their communities. From her journey in public policy to practical tips on overcoming challenges, Himani explores the power of active citizenship and the transformative role of social media in activism! Watch her conversation with Bareesha Singh, Co-founder of EdXTv, for inspiration on contributing to society and shaping a better future. Link to the video: https://lnkd.in/g5xQkawR 👈

This year’s theme is linked to the International Decade for People of African Descent, which spans the timeframe from 2015 to 2024. In proclaiming this Decade, the international community is recognizing that people of African descent represent a distinct group, whose human rights must be promoted and protected. https://bit.ly/3PsupGC

Did you know that many young Kiwis of Asian descent are doing amazing things behind the scenes? They are voicing issues that often go unnoticed and advocating for those who need a voice. Mia Li and Nicole Altura-Gutierrez, from the Ethnic Advisory Group https://lnkd.in/gwVw5Mxi, are shining examples of this. Read the blog to discover more about their inspiring work and the positive impact they're making in our communities. https://lnkd.in/gt7f9s9e

Take a moment and listen to the wisdom in their voices. https://lnkd.in/giQsSXB5

Our voices have the POWER 🦸🏻♀️🦸🏽 In times of crisis and war, as well as in our everyday lives, it is crucial to make our voices and values heard. By speaking up, we not only advocate for justice but also contribute to creating a community where everyone feels valued and respected. Silence can often be interpreted as acceptance, so it's important to choose our words wisely and use them to promote understanding and positive change. Whether it's through small daily interactions or larger societal movements- **our voices have the power to shape a better world** So when the moment comes to choose > speak up (!) and make a difference.

“Anger can fuel activism, love drives solidarity, and empathy sustains resilience.” We couldn’t agree more with the powerful observations shaped by Andile Mnguni — WAFF Youth Delegate & Board Member and Study Ambassador Lead & Advisor — on the strength of young people’s emotions. By offering a broad range of practical examples, Andile shows how decision-makers and organizations can’t miss out on leveraging youth’s novel approaches to negotiation, campaigning, and storytelling. Discover how you can champion equitable intergenerational collaboration @ https://lnkd.in/dnJA_N2D We Are Family Foundation

🌈✨ Discover the importance of using correct pronouns! Here are 5 reasons why respecting pronouns matters in building an inclusive community. Let’s foster acceptance together! 💖 For more, visit us at https://lnkd.in/ezgWpUjJ

Today is International Human Rights Day. The 2024 theme is Our Rights, Our Future, Right Now. Human rights can empower individuals and communities to forge a better tomorrow. By embracing and trusting the full power of human rights as the path to the world we want, we can become more peaceful, equal and sustainable. Learn more via the United Nations Human Rights and at https://lnkd.in/eT_DrHag.

What an insightful listen. Tyson Yunkaporta speaks with clarity and all the languages of care. Breaking down thinking patterns and understanding the difference between complex and complicated systems and the fine line between them. https://lnkd.in/gBPbsGvW