Female Social Justice Leaders in the Early Childhood Profession

Female social justice leaders in the early childhood profession and the leadership of Sonja Davies. Read the full paper below. Or to order a pdf copy of the article go to the main NZIRECE Journal page.

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Early Learning: The Problem With Calling Early Childhood Education ‘Early Learning’

Don’t be fooled into saying or using “early learning” to describe early childhood services or our sector. This article explains why early childhood education is a broader and more meaningful concept. If you want to understand the real difference between the two terms – and why it matters for children, parents and teachers – this is an essential read.

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Election promises, political parties and politics of early childhood education in NZ

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The countdown to the 2026 election is on, and early childhood education is back in the spotlight.

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Impact of food-related choking prevention guidance in ECE

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