Article Link: http://exchangepress.com/article/the-world-forum-community-in-action/5018990/
High spirited interactions and powerful learning opportunities engaged 630 early childhood administrators, trainers, caregivers, public officials, and advocates from 76 countries during 2009 World Forum in Belfast. Ideas were exchanged about impacting the quality of services for young children in diverse settings around the world. Ten years of building the work of the World Forum were celebrated, and the future of this work was set in motion.This Forum was hosted by Early Years, the highly-respected comprehensive early childhood agency working in Northern Ireland and throughout Europe. Delegates at the 2009 World Forum participated in...
• Northern Ireland Study Tour
• Four plenary sessions focusing on children’s rights issues and brain research
• 64 sessions on policy, leadership, curriculum, advocacy, and major contemporary social issues impacting young children
• International Dance celebrating 10 years of the World Forum
• Networking receptions and no-host dining
• Welcome Reception and Closing Luncheon
• International Children’s Art Exhibit
• Delegate cultural performances
• Unlimited opportunities to meet and enjoy spirited professionals from around the world
"I learned volumes from my fellow participants. My participation in the conference has not only helped me develop my individual and organizational network of contacts, but has also expanded my horizons and my understanding of early childhood."
Bishnu H. Bhatta, ...