A Curriculum that promotes equality and challenges racism and sexism

Eunice Lumsden

A Curriculum that promotes equality and challenges racism and sexism

Eunice Lumsden

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Abstract

This chapter will introduce why equality in our work is not optional, it is the right of every child and enshrined in law. The discussion will illustrate how different areas of inequality are connected and that a holistic approach in practice is important. The language of equality will be discussed and you will be supported how to examine and reflect on your own beliefs, including how unconscious bias can impact on your work with children and how you respond to others.
Exploring these areas, regardless of your background, gender, sexuality, disability, religion and culture, will be challenging. However, embracing anti-oppressive and anti-discriminatory practice is an essential, not a desirable outcome in our work with children and families. Through addressing your values, beliefs and attitudes, you will begin to understand the role you play in providing a curriculum where inequality is addressed.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Putting the EYFS Curricum into Practice
Editors	Julian Grenier, Caroline Vollans
Place of Publication	London
Publisher	Sage
Chapter	2
Pages	9-17
Edition	1
ISBN (Print)	9781529799163
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 2023
Event	Newham Early Years Conference 2023: Putting the EYFS Curriculum into Practice - Univeristy of East London, London, United Kingdom Duration: 6 Jan 2023 → 9 Jan 2023 https://researchschool.org.uk/eastlondon/event/newham-early-years-conference-2023

Conference

Conference	Newham Early Years Conference 2023
Country/Territory	United Kingdom
City	London
Period	6/01/23 → 9/01/23
Internet address	https://researchschool.org.uk/eastlondon/event/newham-early-years-conference-2023

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 5 Gender Equality

Keywords

EYFS
early childhood
Early childhood pedagogy
Diversity
Sexism
anti-discrimination legislation
anti discriminatory practice
anti opressive practice

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A Curriculum that promotes equality and challenges racism and sexism

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