community is both a feeling and a set of relationships among people
being the hand that extends towards others
you value their input and ideas, and they value yours
collective insight, wisdom, and creativity
building a community entails trust, genuineness and compassion
show our genuine care to open ourselves
an environment that feels like home and provides the children with “a beautiful education”
We helped each other in life’s dilemmas
find something in common and experience new things together, we can grow closer
Like a trust fall, able to trust in those around you that they can help cover you
need support from each other
creates a virtuous circle to encourage people willing to engage in our community
increase the connection
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I really appreciate and thankful being in the community of diverse and multicultural community
a multi-cultural mosaic that offers tastes and sounds from all over the world, united by the love for the natural beauty of the lakes and forests that surround us.; an illustration of a great new beginning and the perfect place to grow some roots…
people that love you and want the best for you
people who make me feel that I can truly be myself around them without feeling judged
we are co-learners in this ECE community
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I am drawn to these particular communities because we can all find and count on eachother when in need and it is also a place I call home
unconditional love that each individual pours into one another. The way we all genuinely want to see each other grow in a fruitful way.
everyone has the possibility to change
Inviting a space where transparency and vulnerability is welcomed and respected
I show up for others as my authentic self so I can be open and transparent;
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people should have same value in the community and there shouldn’t be discrimination against anyone
sharing the same right and responsibilities
be able to straddle cultures and will be comfortable navigating both worlds.; keeping some of our culture alive
value of preserving their cultural identity
Connecting with families is not only providing information to them, it is also connected with each family and support each other
community members will work harmoniously
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a cohesive community
we need to work together with respect to each other, families, and everyone
being open and welcoming of people’s personal history, whom they identify with and appreciating their capabilities
joy in meeting new people and finding out what makes them unique.
it is fundamental for the educator to listen and support children, parents, colleagues and the whole school community
listen to each different family’s stories
respect for the uniqueness of and diversity among members of the community
When we get to know the children and they get to know us as well, this will help them to feel safe and supported
always make them aware that they deserve to be where they are, and that they are special
that no community is greater than humanity. So, we should not discriminate among people but we should see everyone equally and with respect
the collective consciousness is important
people can have different opinions, but we should have the same goals
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Connection is everything;
In Turkish, we have an expression: “You buy the neighbour. You don’t buy the house.”
Friendship is so precious
Finding a connection with one another
build a relationship that starts with commonality
creating opportunities for communal experiences
it’s particularly important when we communicate with children. They can be our teachers somehow
keeping the memory alive through documentation and storytelling
(Through) communication and collaboration should know that they belong to our world
By being present, I was a supportive friend
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children to feel that they are part of this community and they are participating in it as one of the community members
Another way is to remember to allow the children to build their own sense of community with one another
I was welcomed with open arms when I started there
important for educator to communicate with the families of children
I spend a lot of time with them which make me feel we have a strong bond between us
People in the same community work together
I extend the communal sense of togetherness to other members of this community
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we have to be there to provide the children a place where they can come to let out their feelings and a place where they know where they won’t be judged for being who they are
Providing love and abundance to feel inclusion accompanies the benefits of experiencing a real and compassionate community
I feel a connection to this community because I identify as part of it
realize that I’m part of something bigger; that what I do and say does matters
something that is truly important and worth fighting for
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The beautiful feel of community comes from the shared experience, common philosophies, and the exchange of knowledges.
There’s this light that every person lays out to the table.
When a person does something within any community, it impacts others
both naturally and intentionally contributed actions.
When understanding is present, belongingness follows
I feel my presence is acknowledged.
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feel like they have a safe person to talk to without being judged
bring the idea of supportiveness, kindness, and open-mindedness
able to trust … be accepting
increase the connection and trust between educators
reciprocated respect towards each other…be there to listen
people who are very empathetic and understanding and who I can rely on
feel secured and social attached
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support and encouragement
it is so important for the educator to listen and support children, parents, colleagues and the community as a whole
keep easy and open way of communication
It’s emotional interaction through physical communication
need to build relationship with my full heart
doing meaningful things can bring positive energy to people around and help others
pay attention to everyone and their need and support them in different way when they need it
Checking in with one another, to ensure we are all doing well, see if there is a way I can help or contribute in some way
cultivating the sense of community for others by assisting the families not because I have to and its my job, but because its something that I want to do for them;
it enhances overall wellbeing
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it is so important for the educator to listen and support children, parents, colleagues and the community as a whole
to find your shared interest with them and build from there
taking an interest in each child and family and having active conversations with them
considering and sensitive to each party and building connections in between to develop a harmonious environment for everyone.
to let them freely be themselves
to use our own words, vision, and mission to have a healthy relationship that leads to mental peace and have a festive ambience.
everyone is open to creating this environment together
A home like feeling that I received; home away from home
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Food for us became a way of expressing love, connect with each other and together create a more complex way of communication
I felt as people were saying “Yes, you are one of us’’ by their gestures toward me
sometimes by greeting them personally (one-on-one) it will change the whole individual’s community experience
each one can share their own experiences
have the opportunity to express themselves within any form of art and explore the different elements.
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what makes up a community, its core, rarely changes
we should be active in the community and contribute our own strength
not being afraid to put myself out there and make those connections
transfer the culture of love and support
acknowledge everyone’s opinions
encourage them to reach for the stars
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there is always something good in every uncertainty
bring an openness in creativity and thinking that can think outside the boxes and lines
bring a sense of creation
Helping my community is an opportunity for me to grow as a person, to better understand how you fit into the world around you.
to give and take the sense of community and belonging
My hearts desire is for everyone to walk away… feeling empowered, inspired, and encouraged knowing that they are always worth the time
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I always take the first step to connect with them on a daily basis even with a simple greeting. This is my little way of letting them sense of attachment and commitment
bring a sense of familiarity to an otherwise unfamiliar situation
I am the one who initiates communication with respect, flexibility, and compassion…Sometimes those actions make me vulnerable, but I believe that taking the risk is worth creating a community that makes us learn from each other and thrives
There is no community without connection, and there is no connection without community
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by honoring individual culture, making space for everyone’s values, being authentic, and expressing gratitude, we will plant hardy seeds for cultivating community.
to start a community takes a lot of work but its doable as through time you end up connecting with like minded and unlike minded individuals but get together to work in unison for the betterment of its members.
most important that I can bring is my heart for this generation
(“come as you are” , “you are enough” , “your story matters”) These powerful and meaningful truths are things that I want to bring in my practice as an ECE.
For each generation to live on and experience
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We are fortunate to live in a multicultural society and it allows us to be open to the world.
where everyone laughs, communicates so freely, listens to one another, and understands each other. ; Place where they can be themself fully
Everyone wants to feel welcomed; bring joy towards a community
share their thoughts, ideas, and feelings without the fear of being shut out or shut down
share and learn others cultures surrounding us.; share my knowledge from my culture
being in the moment as our community becomes and takes on a life of its own
I belong to this community;
build a trustful relationship
discover a love and passion to play, enjoy, improve, succeed at something and to expand
From the small community to the big society, we help each other to create a better future.
