CHCECE001 - Understanding Issues Faced By Families

[magic_dudu]

Your Assignment Module Number and Heading: CHCECE001 Develop Cultural competence
Your Assignment Type: Standard Question
Currently Working in Childcare? Yes
Your knowledge: Basic Knowledge

Your Question?
Why is it important to understand the broader issues faced by families within the service community?

What is your answer so far or What have you done so far as an attempt to solve this question?
We are all influenced by the places we have lived and the environments i.e. living conditions. Asking a variety of questions that can help determine the overall picture of a child and their family background is important. Example: Child’s country of birth, where they grew up, how long they’ve lived in Australia for, what languages they speak? Our understanding of the children and families in our service is crucial, for example in enabling us to share each child’s language journey, rather than presuming that generic language and literacy experiences are appropriate for all children. When we seek to understand children and their families and communities, we moving well beyond stereotypes and unwise assumptions about people. Strong understanding between educators, children, families and communities build positive partnerships and enhanced relationships.

I hope someone could please improve my answer to this question. Thank you!

Melody

[Lorina]

Hi Melody,

That's a pretty good response!

The only other point I would probably add that it's important to understand the broader issues faced by families so you can respond to each families individual needs and provide support to them.

Don't forget to reference any information you find,

Hope this helps,

,
Lorina