Creating a Welcoming Early Childhood Program for LGBTQIA2S+ Families
This resource offers practical strategies for early childhood programs to create inclusive, affirming environments for LGBTQIA2S+ families and their children.
The resource emphasizes the importance of building respectful partnerships with LGBTQIA2S+ families by recognizing their diverse identities, respecting privacy, and fostering open, affirming communication.
It outlines ways to make forms, language, visuals, and classroom activities inclusive, while encouraging staff training and self-reflection to address bias and ensure respectful engagement. The blog also provides examples of how to handle children’s questions about family structures in age-appropriate, inclusive ways, reinforcing that all families deserve dignity and representation in early childhood settings.
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