STATEMENT ON EQUITY DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Every child deserves access to learning that helps them realize their full potential and shows them how valuable they are to themselves, their families, their community, and the world. Early learning environments that prioritize play give children the chance to build important physical, cognitive, and emotional skills that set the foundation for lifelong learning. Play also makes it easier for both children and teachers to engage, learn, and grow together. Leaders, educators, and families play a crucial role in advocating for play, which is key to promoting equity, embracing diversity, and building strong, positive relationships with every child, no matter their background or abilities. Supporting play in early childhood education requires dismantling structural and systemic inequities to ensure all children have equal opportunities to learn and thrive.