Getting to Know Your Professional Contacts-Part 3

The UNESCO Website offers information about access, equity, programs to help the neediest children, and the efforts help those by mainstreaming the children from low-economic homes into the programs to create a cost-effective learning environment for all of the children possible (www.unesco.org). One thing I learned is that from the 2000 Dakar Framework for Action describes the concept as universalisation, where governments create a universal approach to help those in need as well as minimizing the inequity of barely helping the other populations who need help as well. “A policy of universalisation with targeting can minimize inequity where governments aim for universal access among the target age group, but simultaneously prioritize the poor” (www.unesco.org). Another issue has to do with funding in other countries. Funding comes mostly from the government, which makes it hard to fund programs for the needy. “In general, government funding for early childhood is extremely small” (www.unesco.org). With, that I learned that state funding is another way that can benefit the poor, but it needs to be addressed. Lastly, private funding, through marketing proves to be the most beneficial aspect of obtaining funding because the word gets out that educational needs are underway. My professional goals include the well-being of all children, creating and implementing a safe and nurturing environment, and offering useful strategies and curriculum that is rich, full of print, and fun for children to excel and learn. In doing so, I can help ensure that my professionalism of running a smooth, and appropriate classroom environment for children. However, due to the economy and socioeconomic statuses of some populations, it makes it difficult to obtain an education and resources needed for survival. I hope that through government, state, donation, and private resources, we can offer all children a chance at an education. Also, I hope through all of the generous people in this world, we can create access to fresh running water, food, utilities, clothing, shelter, and medical so children can indulge in that chance at a healthy and full education. References UNESCO.org. (1995-2012).Education. Retreived from. (http://www.unesco.org/new/en/education/themes/strengthening-education-systems/early- childhood/access-and-equity/).