Let’s Talk! The Hidden World of Inclusion
Join us on November 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM New York City/EDT! WoFo Global Café invites you into the hidden world of inclusion, a place where we can be present, listen deeply, and connect with stories from our children. Inclusion begins with a mindset: believing that every child is capable, unique, and worthy […]
Young Voices, Big Questions – A Global Conversation on Justice Education in Early Childhood
How are we helping young children recognize unfairness, value differences, and discover that their voices matter? On October 28, 2026 we gathered with early childhood advocates from around the world for a grassroots conversation to share, listen, learn, and grow together. We were joined by presenter Mismiki Montgomery: Early Childhood Curriculum Coach and Course Instructor […]
Where are we going next? A conversation about site selection
Behind every unforgettable World Forum on Early Care and Education is a thoughtful process of site selection, strategic planning, and collaboration. Have you ever wondered how the destination is chosen? On September 30, 2026 we gathered for an inside look at the site selection process, including the key factors that guide these important decisions. See […]
WoFo Goes to the Movies
On September 23, 2026 we brought our favorite snacks and joined for a lively conversation based on the film “Gravity.” Ivan Galindo stimulated our thinking, poked us with his metaphors and challenged us to “look to the Cosmos to better see ourselves.” See more Global Café Conversations
Children’s Rights Across the Generations: Experience and Transformational Engagement
On September 9, 2026 we took a closer look at how actively listening to children can strengthen their capacity to shape the spaces, decisions, and everyday experiences that affect their lives. Members of the Working Group on Children’s Rights opened the discussion by offering a shared perspective: that rights are not simply granted, but understood, […]
Protecting Play Worldwide
Heather Bernt-Santy, host of the popular podcast, “That Early Childhood Nerd,” lead another lively conversation on August 26, 2026 about what steps we can all take to protect children’s right to play – wherever they live in the world. Heather welcomed two more presenters from the December, 2025 Exchange “Protecting Play” online conference – Nicol […]
Head Start Forward — A Global Town Hall
Head Start has always moved forward by coming together. At moments of challenge, change, and uncertainty, our community reconnects—with one another, with the children and families we serve, and with the purpose that brought us to this work in the first place. We do not yet know the specifics or full scope of the changes […]
Holding Fast and Letting Go in Times of Uncertainty
Early childhood professionals around the world are constantly confronted with unexpected challenges and opportunities. In the midst of uncertainty we must make choices about what is nonnegotiable and what is an opportunity for evaluation and creativity. On August 12, 2026 we joined members of the Early Childhood Wisdom Initiative as they shared their decades of […]
Keeping Children at the Center of Educational Policy
Educational policies may change with political priorities, but the best interests of the child should remain constant. Early childhood development practitioners play a vital role in ensuring that every policy is interpreted and implemented in ways that protect children’s rights, promote equitable learning opportunities, and support holistic development. On July 22, 2026 we gathered for […]
It’s Our Turn: Let’s Talk about Taking Care of Ourselves and Our Team!
We as adults in the lives of children need to be mindful of our own mental health so that we can do our best to care for children. On July 8, 2026 our conversation in WoFo Global Café focused on strategies to keep our bodies healthy, our minds clear, and our spirits energized. Thank you […]