Practitioner Brief: Culturally Responsive Practices to Collaborate with Families

Learn practical strategies to strengthen family partnerships and support children’s social-emotional growth in culturally responsive ways.


2024

Why it sparks inspiration

Effectively working with families from diverse backgrounds is crucial to providing culturally responsive child care. This resource offers practical strategies for building strong relationships and improving collaboration between educators and families. It includes tips for overcoming common challenges and engaging families through open communication and understanding of their cultural values. By using these strategies, educators can strengthen partnerships with families, support children's social-emotional learning, and create more inclusive environments!


“Becoming competent in culturally responsive practice requires all of us to consistently engage in reflective processes and continue to learn about each family’s cultural practices. This commitment will lead to stronger relationships with families and more inclusive classrooms for all children.”


How it can inspire your practice

  • Educators can learn common challenges and ideas of solutions to communicating and engaging with families.

  • Educators can use the strategies to build relationships with families by asking questions and inviting them to share their culture, which helps create a more inclusive child care environment.

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