Fitting in: Hearing the Asian American Voice in Equity Why are Asian, Asian Americans, and Pacific Islanders missing in the conversation about racial justice and equity in the early childhood field?
Asian Americans are often left out of conversations when issues of equity arise. This discussion will debate ways to engage Asian, Asian-American and Pacific Islander families to have a voice in early childhood programs. We will discuss ways that “insignificant” numbers of Asian children and families need a system that is highly inclusive, promotes equity, and includes the needs of all young children and families.
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The BUILD Initiative is a national effort that advances state work on behalf of young children (prenatal through five), their families, and communities. BUILD staff partner with early childhood state leaders focused on early learning, health and nutrition, mental health, child welfare, and family support and engagement to create the policies, infrastructure, and cross-sector connections necessary for quality and equity. BUILD provides consultation, planning, and tailored implementation assistance, learning opportunities, resources, and cross-state peer exchanges. These efforts help state leaders improve and expand access to quality and promote equitable outcomes for our youngest children.