The first organization I have chosen is Association for
Childhood Education International http://acei.org/ .
ACEI promotes the optimal education and development of children in a
changing world through various programs and projects with a commitment to
support and advocate for access to education, equity in educational settings,
quality educational content, and the child's right to education. ACEI offers internships for graduate students
during the summer months, and also has opportunities for volunteering. I chose ACEI because this organization is
reminiscent of NAEYC with many similarities regarding positions and stances
regarding young children.
The second organization is Save the Children http://www.savethechildren.org . Save
the Children is an organization dedicated to giving children in 120 countries
the opportunity to grow up happy and healthy.
They impact education, health and nutrition, hunger, disaster relief,
and many other areas. I chose this
organization because of its commitment to children, including our children of
the US, and their influence on preschool and early learning. Employment opportunities within the US are
based in Washington DC and Connecticut.
These jobs range in all sectors including education and healthcare.
Additionally, job opportunities are available worldwide as well.
The third organization I have chosen is the International
Step by Step Association http://www.issa.nl/. I chose this organization mainly because I
never heard of this organization before.
Their vision is to have a society where families, communities, and
professionals work together to empower each child to reach their full
potential. ISSA was started in 1999 in
the Netherlands, but has since stretched across the globe and covers 50
countries, with most located in Europe and Central Asia. They strive for equal care and access for all
young children, and quality for birth to ten years old. I was unable to locate job opportunities or
even volunteer opportunities, however they do offer a membership and donor
options.
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Karen,
ReplyDeleteGood choices in international organizations, do you feel that if given the opportunity you would work for one of these organizations? Save the Children fascinated me because I did not realize that their mission was so in-depth in the way they provide service to people around the globe. I would love to work for them or even volunteer just to learn more about how the organization affects lives of others.
The international Step by Step is another great organization that supports families, communities, and professionals working together as a team for the well-being of children.
Karen,
ReplyDeleteAs I have come to anticipate, you provided a well thought out post. I found my research very humbling. To read what these organizations are accomplishing for children and families all over the world is amazing. I like the comments you had concerning the International Step by Step Association. I will be going to their website to check it out. You clearly are dedicated to our young population and I thank you for your work and wish you well.
Toodles, Jenn Pore`
Hi Karen
ReplyDeleteGreat job on all three of your organization you chose for this week. I really enjoyed the one about the Association for childhood Education because it focuses on the learning and well-being of children around the world.