In order to care for the most vulnerable people in times of crisis, social protection systems need to be adaptive and resilient –– that is, they need to be able to adjust and respond flexibly and efficiently to different emergency scenarios. At the Regional Policy Dialogue, we met with policy and decision-makers from Latin America and the Caribbean to review and discuss best … [Read more...] about Ecuador and Its Adaptation Strategy to Care for the Youngest During Times of Crisis
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If You Have Just Become a Mother and Have Questions About Breastfeeding, This Article Is for You
Motherhood, especially in the beginning, can be overwhelming. Particularly today, when information abounds and it's just a matter of opening your phone to find a myriad of influencers and social media accounts explaining the "dos and don'ts" of parenting, which can often feel like pressure. In this post, in the context of World Breastfeeding Week, we summarize some keys about … [Read more...] about If You Have Just Become a Mother and Have Questions About Breastfeeding, This Article Is for You
4 Keys to Designing a Mentoring Program for Early Childhood: Lessons Learned from the Luciérnaga Program
We know that investing in childcare is key to the future. But, when it comes to early childhood services, it is not only a matter of investing in coverage, infrastructure, equipment or the pedagogical model: it is also necessary to invest in the quality of interactions - that is, in interactions that are warm, rich in language and responsive to the child's needs and interests. … [Read more...] about 4 Keys to Designing a Mentoring Program for Early Childhood: Lessons Learned from the Luciérnaga Program
International Day of Play: What Is Play-Based Learning, and How Can We Promote It with Innovation?
Play-based learning is, in essence, learning through play. This pedagogical approach during early childhood stimulates physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. Play improves brain structure and promotes executive function, enabling children to pursue goals and increase their ability to concentrate. On International Day of Play, we highlight the importance of … [Read more...] about International Day of Play: What Is Play-Based Learning, and How Can We Promote It with Innovation?
The Impact of Working with Families on the Development of the Most Vulnerable Children
Programs working with families through group visits and/or group sessions have shown significant impacts on children's development – both in the short term through cognitive and language improvements and in adulthood through improved academic and work performance. Conceptualizing and implementing programs of this type from scratch can be costly and challenging, especially … [Read more...] about The Impact of Working with Families on the Development of the Most Vulnerable Children