In this webinar you will learn about:
- Culture and parenting practices.
- How our experiences influence our conceptions of disability and inclusion.
- Cultural interpretations of developmental differences and disability.
- Working in partnership with families from diverse language and cultural backgrounds.
- Discussing developmental concerns and families in culturally respectful ways.
- Support and resources available to educators and families.
Presenter: Sabira Sukurma
Sabira Sukurma is the Manager of the KU Children’s Services Adult Migrant English Program and Community Programs. Sabira’s diverse experience includes working as a primary school teacher overseas and in Australia as an educator, centre director and Manager. Sabira has presented at workshops, conferences, and community events about the importance of cultural competence, bilingualism, working with CALD families, and working with refugee families.
Sabira’s passion is leadership in culturally diverse early childhood environments, inclusion and children’s rights. Working for over 30 years with educators from over 15 countries and migrant and refugee families from Europe, Africa, Asia and India position Sabira well to share her knowledge and experiences with educators.
This workshop aligns with the National Quality Standard:
- Quality Area 1: Educational Program and practice.
- Quality Area 4: Relationships with Children.
- Quality Area 6: Collaborative Partnerships with Families and Communities
Professional Standards for Teachers:
1 hours of elective PD towards maintaining NESA accreditation can be claimed under:
- Standards - 1.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.7, 4.1, 5.1, 5.3, 5.5, 7.1 & 7.3
