Why it sparks inspiration
How can early child care providers better connect with children and families from diverse backgrounds? The Culturally Connected approach combines cultural humility and health literacy to foster mutual understanding, clear communication, and culturally safe practices in early learning environments. This website includes case studies, key practices, and tools that child care providers can use to reflect on their own biases, understand power dynamics, and support families’ diverse needs. By applying this approach, providers can create more inclusive environments and nurture positive relationships with children and their families.
"Cultural humility involves examining your own values, beliefs, experiences, and biases through self-reflection and lifelong inquiry, and being curious and open to learning about clients’ values, beliefs, and experiences in order to develop mutual understanding and successful partnerships."
How it can inspire your practice
- Educators and program leaders can use the website while they reflect on their own cultural assumptions and biases.
- By incorporating tools from the Culturally Connected approach, educators can improve communication with families, ensuring that diverse cultural backgrounds are acknowledged and respected.