en 1996-2004 by Commonwealth of Australia. Permission is granted to copy and distribute this document in whole or in part, provided it is done for educational and non-commercial purposes only and that this entire copyright notice remains attached. askedna@edna.edu.au http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658 Promotes events for Early Childhood educators, carers and parents. Early Childhood sector caters for children 0-8 years. en Commonwealth of Australia askedna@edna.edu.au http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658 http://www.edna.edu.au http://www.edna.edu.au/images/edna_online_logo.gif http://www.vosa.org/events/?do=eventView&action=detailed&ID=154 VOSA's 14th Early Childhood Conference of Performing Arts (ECCPA) - Connecting with children through creative language, play, music and dance - is for preschool teachers, primary school teachers, caregivers, family day care workers, therapists, parents and anyone interested in working creatively with young children (0-8yrs). Over 30 international and local experts will present a wide range of 'hands on' workshops throughout the weekend. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/724026 VOSA's 14th Early Childhood Conference of Performing Arts (ECCPA) - Connecting with children through creative language, play, music and dance - is for preschool teachers, primary school teachers, caregivers, family day care workers, therapists, parents and anyone interested in working creatively with young children (0-8yrs). Over 30 international and local experts will present a wide range of 'hands on' workshops throughout the weekend. Early Childhood Conference of Performing Arts (ECCPA) 2010 2010-08-21 2010-12-21 Early childhood education,Young children, Theatre arts preschool Genazzano FCJ College, Cotham Rd, Kew Melbourne VIC Victorian Orff Schulwerk Association Australia 2010-12-21 http://www.earlychildhoodaustralia.org.au/state_territory_branches/tasmania_branch.html This is the Tasmanian Branch's second one day forum, celebrating the significance of the early years and the people who work with young children in Tasmania. The theme is 'Sustainability: Our children's future'. Be inspired by the variety of presenters who will share their stories, knowledge and experience. Enjoy the company of colleagues, be stimulated by discussion and the sharing of ideas and have fun at the celebration dinner. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/731513 This is the Tasmanian Branch's second one day forum, celebrating the significance of the early years and the people who work with young children in Tasmania. The theme is 'Sustainability: Our children's future'. Be inspired by the variety of presenters who will share their stories, knowledge and experience. Enjoy the company of colleagues, be stimulated by discussion and the sharing of ideas and have fun at the celebration dinner. Early Childhood Australia Tasmania Branch 2010 Forum 2010-05-22 2010-03-18 sustainability, early childhood education, young children preschool Aspect Tamar Valley Resort Grindelwald TAS Early Childhood Australia Australia 2010-03-18 http://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/Page/page.asp?page_Id=3885 Using a community development lens, the purpose of this Conference is to explore the nature of the cultural shift required to maintain and sustain our commitment to building Child Friendly Communities. The interactive nature of the day will assume a cross sectoral audience of professionals, who understand the importance of the early years in shaping vibrant and participatory citizenship. You will be provided with a context by Richard Louv's keynote address - Last Child in the Woods: Saving our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder which will explore the connections between family, nature and community. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/731464 Using a community development lens, the purpose of this Conference is to explore the nature of the cultural shift required to maintain and sustain our commitment to building Child Friendly Communities. The interactive nature of the day will assume a cross sectoral audience of professionals, who understand the importance of the early years in shaping vibrant and participatory citizenship. You will be provided with a context by Richard Louv's keynote address - Last Child in the Woods: Saving our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder which will explore the connections between family, nature and community. Place of the child in community building 2010-04-15 2010-03-15 nature education, Nature-Deficit Disorder, child-friendly environment, Indigenous communities preschool, school Capital Theatre, View St Bendigo VIC City of Greater Bendigo Australia 2010-03-15 http://www.socialjusticeinearlychildhood.org/campaigns/ The Social Justice in Early Childhood Group is excited to present their seventh annual conference. 'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere'. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/718100 The Social Justice in Early Childhood Group is excited to present their seventh annual conference. 'Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere'. SJIEC Annual Conference 2010: Throwing the baby out with the bathwater 7 2010-06-05 2010-02-25 children's services, early childhood education, social justice preschool Redfern Community Centre, 29-53 Hugo St, Redfern Sydney NSW Social Justice in Early Childhood Australia 2010-02-25 http://www.amshq.org/conference/2010boston/program/index.php With AMS and Montessori education now well established and continuing to grow in the United States and abroad, it is time for Montessori educators to take an in-depth look at the relationship between Montessori education and the 21st century skills, values, and attributes required by our students, so that they may become competent, responsible, adaptive citizens who are lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers. The theme is Montessori in the 21st century. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/710545 With AMS and Montessori education now well established and continuing to grow in the United States and abroad, it is time for Montessori educators to take an in-depth look at the relationship between Montessori education and the 21st century skills, values, and attributes required by our students, so that they may become competent, responsible, adaptive citizens who are lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and creative problem solvers. The theme is Montessori in the 21st century. American Montessori Society Annual Conference 2010 2010-03-25 2010-02-11 Montessori education, 21st century teacher/lecturer preschool, school Boston, MA Outside Australia American Montessori Society http://www.amshq.org/ United States 2010-02-11 http://www.ncab.org.au/Page.aspx?ID=148 The National Centre Against Bullying 2010 conference promises to give schools evidence-based information and strategies about cyber safety, how to use the new technologies to enhance learning, and ways to improve student wellbeing. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730996 The National Centre Against Bullying 2010 conference promises to give schools evidence-based information and strategies about cyber safety, how to use the new technologies to enhance learning, and ways to improve student wellbeing. National Centre Against Bullying (NCAB) Conference 2010 2010-04-09 2010-02-09 cyberbullying, internet safety, bullying school Hilton on the Park Melbourne VIC The Alannah and Madeline Foundation http://www.ncab.org.au/ Australia 2010-02-09 http://www.netoosh.org.au/events_community.htm This conference is for staff working in FDC, LDC, OCC and OSHS. Topics include: Real kids in an unreal world by Maggie Dent; Nurturing wellbeing in young children by Patrice Thomas; Building attachment and emotional esteem by Josephine Luna; Creating safe environments for frustrated children 0-12 years by Andrew Vidler. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730898 This conference is for staff working in FDC, LDC, OCC and OSHS. Topics include: Real kids in an unreal world by Maggie Dent; Nurturing wellbeing in young children by Patrice Thomas; Building attachment and emotional esteem by Josephine Luna; Creating safe environments for frustrated children 0-12 years by Andrew Vidler. Childrens Services 2010 Conference: Our community, our children, building resilence 2010-03-27 2010-02-04 child care, early childhood education, self esteem preschool Campbelltown City Council Campbelltown NSW Network of Community Activities Australia 2010-02-04 http://acoss.org.au/events/view/453/ ACCS invites you to the 3rd National Conference. Join in celebrating the waves of change we are witnessing in Government policy. An exciting opportunity for debate, learning and networking for everyone associated with community owned not for profit children's services. Some of the issues that will be explored: Quality - what does this look like now in relation to the EYLF and proposed national reformes; Inclusion and social justice - working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, communities and services to build awareness and cultural respect into our services; Changes to the early childhood landscape - how do we support and sustain each other as early childhood professionals. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730897 ACCS invites you to the 3rd National Conference. Join in celebrating the waves of change we are witnessing in Government policy. An exciting opportunity for debate, learning and networking for everyone associated with community owned not for profit children's services. Some of the issues that will be explored: Quality - what does this look like now in relation to the EYLF and proposed national reformes; Inclusion and social justice - working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, communities and services to build awareness and cultural respect into our services; Changes to the early childhood landscape - how do we support and sustain each other as early childhood professionals. Community Owned Children's Services ACCS National Conference 2010-05-14 2010-02-04 early childhood education, child care, EYLF, Indigenous, social inclusion preschool Novotel Wollongong Northbeach Wollongong NSW ACOSS Australia 2010-02-04 http://www.actchildrensweek.com.au/ In 1954 the United Nations General Assembly recommended (Resolution 836 - IX) that all countries institute a Universal Children's Day , to be observed as a day of worldwide fraternity and understanding between children. It recommended that the Day was to be observed also as a day of activity devoted to promoting the ideals and objectives of the Charter and the welfare of the children of the world. They also recommended that the observance of Universal Children's Day should be used for a concrete and effective expression of the support of Governments for the purposes of UNICEF. The General Assembly suggested to Governments that the Day be observed on the date that each country considered appropriate. Universal Children's Day is now observed across Australia on the fourth Wednesday in October and forms the central focus of Children's Week celebrations. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/601880 In 1954 the United Nations General Assembly recommended (Resolution 836 - IX) that all countries institute a Universal Children's Day , to be observed as a day of worldwide fraternity and understanding between children. It recommended that the Day was to be observed also as a day of activity devoted to promoting the ideals and objectives of the Charter and the welfare of the children of the world. They also recommended that the observance of Universal Children's Day should be used for a concrete and effective expression of the support of Governments for the purposes of UNICEF. The General Assembly suggested to Governments that the Day be observed on the date that each country considered appropriate. Universal Children's Day is now observed across Australia on the fourth Wednesday in October and forms the central focus of Children's Week celebrations. Universal Children's Day 2010-10-27 2010-02-01 Children - Civil rights teacher/lecturer school ACT,NSW,NT,QLD, SA,TAS,VIC,WA UNICEF Australia http://www.unicef.com.au/ 2010-02-01 http://cegsa.editme.com/conference2010 The Computers in Education Group of South Australia (CEGSA) annual conference provides professional development for 21st Century educators and school leaders across all year levels and education sectors, including early childhood educators. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730696 The Computers in Education Group of South Australia (CEGSA) annual conference provides professional development for 21st Century educators and school leaders across all year levels and education sectors, including early childhood educators. CEGSA Conference 2010 2010-07-06 2010-01-21 Conference, Computers in Education South Australian, ict in education, information and communications technology, schools Computers,Information technology,Educational websites Teacher/Lecturer preschool, school,higher education Australian Mathematics and Science School, Flinders University Adelaide SA Computers in Education Group of South Australia Australia 2010-01-21 http://worldforumfoundation.org/wf/wf2011/index.php Join this conference for a world of ideas on caring for the children of the world. The 2009 event in Belfast, Northern Ireland, sold out 3 months in advance, so to ensure a place is saved for you in Hawaii, we urge you to add your name to the reservation list, which will give you first priority once registration officially opens. To protect the intimacy of the event, space will be limited once again. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/721836 Join this conference for a world of ideas on caring for the children of the world. The 2009 event in Belfast, Northern Ireland, sold out 3 months in advance, so to ensure a place is saved for you in Hawaii, we urge you to add your name to the reservation list, which will give you first priority once registration officially opens. To protect the intimacy of the event, space will be limited once again. World Forum on Early Care and Education 2011 2010-05-03 2010-01-18 early childhood, children's services, young children, nature educationcarersadministrator, teacher/lecturer preschool Sheraton Waikiki Hotel Honalulu Outside Australia World Forum Foundation http://www.worldforumfoundation.org/ Hawaii 2010-01-18 http://www.vosa.org/events/?do=eventView&action=detailed&ID=159 This is the Victorian Orff Schulwerk Association Conference of Creative Music and Movement - Living Music and Dance. Featured presenter, Soili Perkio, has studied music education, piano and voice at Sibelius-Akademy, Helsinki, specialising in music and movement, folk music and early childhood music education. There will also be many local music specialist presenters, including Sarah Brooke, Jon Madin, Carolyn Royal, Peter Vadiveloo and Fay White. This conference is for teaching professionals of any age group, community musicians and interested community members, and anyone who loves music. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/724027 This is the Victorian Orff Schulwerk Association Conference of Creative Music and Movement - Living Music and Dance. Featured presenter, Soili Perkio, has studied music education, piano and voice at Sibelius-Akademy, Helsinki, specialising in music and movement, folk music and early childhood music education. There will also be many local music specialist presenters, including Sarah Brooke, Jon Madin, Carolyn Royal, Peter Vadiveloo and Fay White. This conference is for teaching professionals of any age group, community musicians and interested community members, and anyone who loves music. Living Music and Dance (LMD) 2010 2010-05-07 2009-12-21 Music education, Dance school,preschool, ACE Darebin Arts & Entertainment Centre, Cnr Bell St & St Georges Rd, Preston Melbourne VIC Victorian Orff Schulwerk Association Australia 2009-12-21 http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/bdl.html This interdisciplinary conference is devoted to improving children's lives by making cutting-edge research in neuroscience, child psychology, and medicine understandable and applicable to those who work with children on a daily basis. Topics for 2010 include: reading and Math; learning and memory; social pediatrics; effects of experiences in the womb; adolescent mental health, autism and theatre; how early experience shapes gene expression. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/716474 This interdisciplinary conference is devoted to improving children's lives by making cutting-edge research in neuroscience, child psychology, and medicine understandable and applicable to those who work with children on a daily basis. Topics for 2010 include: reading and Math; learning and memory; social pediatrics; effects of experiences in the womb; adolescent mental health, autism and theatre; how early experience shapes gene expression. Brain development and learning: Making sense of the science 2010 2010-07-16 2009-12-17 child development, neuroscience, brain theory preschool, school Hyatt Hotel Vancouver, BC Outside Australia UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/ Canada 2009-12-17 http://www.cscy.group.shef.ac.uk/activities/conferences/index.htm In the context of global social, political and economic changes the conference this year will explore the ways in which these broad shifts are having an impact on ideas of childhood and youth and on children's and young people's everyday lives. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730209 In the context of global social, political and economic changes the conference this year will explore the ways in which these broad shifts are having an impact on ideas of childhood and youth and on children's and young people's everyday lives. Childhood and Youth in Transition 2010-07-06 2009-12-14 rights of the child, childhood, youth, poverty preschool,school,higher education Kenwood Hall Kenwood Road Sheffield Outside Australia UK 2009-12-14 http://www.worldforumfoundation.org/wf/wf2010_nature/index.php The purpose of the Connecting Children with Nature Action Forum is to nurture future generations of environmental stewards by equipping and training 70 nature action teams from around the world to lead campaigns to connect children with nature in their communities, regions, and nations. We are inviting the participation of multi-disciplinary teams that include at least two of the following professions within their team - early childhood educators, environmental educators and advocates, designers, planners, landscape architects, community health experts. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/715001 The purpose of the Connecting Children with Nature Action Forum is to nurture future generations of environmental stewards by equipping and training 70 nature action teams from around the world to lead campaigns to connect children with nature in their communities, regions, and nations. We are inviting the participation of multi-disciplinary teams that include at least two of the following professions within their team - early childhood educators, environmental educators and advocates, designers, planners, landscape architects, community health experts. Connecting children with nature action forum 2010 2010-10-17 2009-12-10 early childhood, nature education teacher/lecturer preschool, school Arbor Day Farm's Lied Lodge Nebraska City, Nebraska Outside Australia World Forum on Early Care and Education United States 2009-12-10 http://www.naeyc.org/institute/ NAEYC's National Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development is designed for teacher educators, program administrators, and others who provide professional preparation and ongoing professional development experiences for the early childhood workforce. The theme is Emotional Intelligence: A 21st Century Skill for Children and Adults. Topics include: In-service training programs; Program administration; Linguistic and cultural diversity; Public policy advocacy; and many aspects of developmentally appropriate practice, literacy, math, science, social and emotional development. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/711241 NAEYC's National Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development is designed for teacher educators, program administrators, and others who provide professional preparation and ongoing professional development experiences for the early childhood workforce. The theme is Emotional Intelligence: A 21st Century Skill for Children and Adults. Topics include: In-service training programs; Program administration; Linguistic and cultural diversity; Public policy advocacy; and many aspects of developmentally appropriate practice, literacy, math, science, social and emotional development. NAEYC's National Institute for Early Childhood Professional Development 2010 2010-06-06 2009-12-09 educational leadership, early childhood education, emotional intelligence, EQ teacher/lecturer, administrator preschool, higher education Phoenix, Arizona Outside Australia National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) United States 2009-12-09 http://www.playgroupaustralia.com.au/qld/index.cfm?objectid=473FA127-E7F2-2F96-3D38E9854D1C5A7C National Playgroup Week gives playgroups across Australia an opportunity to let their communities know what playgroup is all about. On the World's Biggest Playgroup Day on Wednesday 25 March, playgroups are encouraged to celebrate with a special event, whether be a regular playgroup session, or perhaps a congregation of several local playgroups. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/707871 National Playgroup Week gives playgroups across Australia an opportunity to let their communities know what playgroup is all about. On the World's Biggest Playgroup Day on Wednesday 25 March, playgroups are encouraged to celebrate with a special event, whether be a regular playgroup session, or perhaps a congregation of several local playgroups. National Playgroup Week 2010-03-21 2009-12-03 playgroup, World's Biggest Playgroup Day teacher/lecturer preschool ACT,NSW,NT,QLD, SA,TAS,VIC,WA Playgroup Australia http://www.playgroupaustralia.com.au Australia 2009-12-03 http://www.sanguineconsulting.com/WorkshopsNew/playliteracy.html Presented by Dr. Nkechy Ezeh, Play and Literacy is a training program specifically designed for people who work with children, birth through age 8, to improve the literacy environment of and promote literacy learning for children in early childhood settings. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730068 Presented by Dr. Nkechy Ezeh, Play and Literacy is a training program specifically designed for people who work with children, birth through age 8, to improve the literacy environment of and promote literacy learning for children in early childhood settings. Play and literacy 2010-07-29 2009-12-02 literacy, early childhood education preschool Sydney NSW Australia 2009-12-02 http://www.sanguineconsulting.com/WorkshopsNew/reggiosSYD10.html Presented by Dr. Nkechy Ezeh, this workshop is designed to introduce participants to the philosophy and theories behind the Reggio Emilia Approach and how it can be adapted in their setting. (This workshop is not associated in any way with the Reggio Emilia Australia Information Exchange or with Reggio Children.) http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730067 Presented by Dr. Nkechy Ezeh, this workshop is designed to introduce participants to the philosophy and theories behind the Reggio Emilia Approach and how it can be adapted in their setting. (This workshop is not associated in any way with the Reggio Emilia Australia Information Exchange or with Reggio Children.) Exploring the Reggio Emilia approach 2010-07-26 2009-12-02 Reggio Emilia, early childhood education preschool Sydney NSW Australia 2009-12-02 http://www.sanguineconsulting.com/WorkshopsNew/assessingbehaviourSyd.html Preschool children today are exhibiting more and more challenging behaviors that many early childhood teachers feel ill equipped to handle. Utilizing proven practices, current research and practical strategies this workshop offers a unique staff development opportunity in a two-day interactive, solution-focused workshop that systematically deals with solving challenging behaviors in preschool children. Presenter Kathryn Phillips' expertise of the content area is interwoven with story telling, dialogue, humor and practical strategies for solving the behavioral issues that face educators today. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730059 Preschool children today are exhibiting more and more challenging behaviors that many early childhood teachers feel ill equipped to handle. Utilizing proven practices, current research and practical strategies this workshop offers a unique staff development opportunity in a two-day interactive, solution-focused workshop that systematically deals with solving challenging behaviors in preschool children. Presenter Kathryn Phillips' expertise of the content area is interwoven with story telling, dialogue, humor and practical strategies for solving the behavioral issues that face educators today. Assessing behaviour in children 2010-05-25 2009-12-02 behaviour management preschool Sydney NSW Australia 2009-12-02 http://www.ecc.org.nz/conference/home.html Our early childhood conference is where we can: Further our learning and enrich our knowledge; Be inspired; Network and connect with early childhood professionals, service managers and owners, academics, and leaders in the field from New Zealand and overseas; Engage with partners in government; community, academia, and other relevant sectors; Stimulate discussion and debate on social, political and education issues impacting on early childhood centre practices, professionalism, staffing, management, children and families. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730055 Our early childhood conference is where we can: Further our learning and enrich our knowledge; Be inspired; Network and connect with early childhood professionals, service managers and owners, academics, and leaders in the field from New Zealand and overseas; Engage with partners in government; community, academia, and other relevant sectors; Stimulate discussion and debate on social, political and education issues impacting on early childhood centre practices, professionalism, staffing, management, children and families. Early Childhood Council Annual Conference 2010; Valuing care 2010-05-07 2009-12-02 Early childhood education preschool Christchurch Convention Centre 86-95 Kilmore Street Christchurch Outside Australia New Zealand 2009-12-02 http://www.childforum.com/symposiumn_details.asp?REF_NO=8 The annual symposium provides an inspiring and intellectual forum for researchers to share their research with education and social policy-makers, people from NGOs, tertiary educators, and early childhood leaders. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/730047 The annual symposium provides an inspiring and intellectual forum for researchers to share their research with education and social policy-makers, people from NGOs, tertiary educators, and early childhood leaders. 12th Annual Early Childhood Research Symposium 2010-05-06 2009-12-01 Early childhood research, early childhood education, childcare preschool,higher education Christchurch Convention Centre cnr of Worcester Blvrd and Oxford Tce Christchurch City Outside Australia New Zealand 2009-12-01 http://www.ecta.org.au/01_cms/details.asp?ID=387 The Early Childhood Teachers' Association, Queensland conference will include practical workshops related to curriculum areas for children 0-8 years. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/723659 The Early Childhood Teachers' Association, Queensland conference will include practical workshops related to curriculum areas for children 0-8 years. ECTA State Conference 2010 2010-06-26 2009-11-17 Early childhood education, Child care preschool Daisy Hill, Brisbane QLD Early Childhood Teachers' Association, Queensland Australia 2009-11-17 https://www.conferenceco.com.au/aaee/ The theme for the 2010 conference, Leading Change towards living for one planet, aims to inspire attendees to pursue a more satisfying lifestyle that does not harm the environment and enables us to explore our interconnectedness with each other and with non-human species and the natural environment. Five key themes have been identified that will provide broad coverage of environmental education and its economic, political and social importance to communities. The intention is to facilitate meaningful learning and real outcomes in a participative way through reflective dialogue and panel forums as well as a wide variety of field trips and interactive workshops. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/729393 The theme for the 2010 conference, Leading Change towards living for one planet, aims to inspire attendees to pursue a more satisfying lifestyle that does not harm the environment and enables us to explore our interconnectedness with each other and with non-human species and the natural environment. Five key themes have been identified that will provide broad coverage of environmental education and its economic, political and social importance to communities. The intention is to facilitate meaningful learning and real outcomes in a participative way through reflective dialogue and panel forums as well as a wide variety of field trips and interactive workshops. Australian Association for Environmental Education Conference 2010 2010-09-27 2009-10-12 Environmental preservation,Environmental attitudes,Conservation teacher/lecturer preschool, school, higher education, VET, ACE Canberra ACT Australia 2009-10-12 http://www.snaicc.asn.au/policy/default_news_resources.cfm?loadref=31 This conference, hosted by The Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC), has the following objectives: To share stories and celebrate different models of locally successful and culturally strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service in early childhood and child and family welfare sectors; To listen, learn and grow our knowledge of culture, elders, families and communities in raising children and supporting families; To challenge governments and others to act in a way that acknowledges history, respects culture and provides the services and support families and communities need for bringing up Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; To foster leadership to support culturally strong and safe communities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander children. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/729060 This conference, hosted by The Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC), has the following objectives: To share stories and celebrate different models of locally successful and culturally strong Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander service in early childhood and child and family welfare sectors; To listen, learn and grow our knowledge of culture, elders, families and communities in raising children and supporting families; To challenge governments and others to act in a way that acknowledges history, respects culture and provides the services and support families and communities need for bringing up Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; To foster leadership to support culturally strong and safe communities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander children. SNAICC Conference 2010: Ampe Anwernekenheke: Rlterrke Akwete Aneye 2010-07-27 2009-09-21 SNAICC, child care, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Indigenous, early childhood education preschool Alice Springs Convention Centre, Mbantua Alice Springs NT The Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC) Australia 2009-09-21 http://www.kidsafewa.com.au/ The Kidsafe Playground Conference (presented by Kidsafe WA) is a gateway for the playground industry to unite to genuinely explore the concept of play, current playground issues including safety, design, maintenance, universal access, natural play and the environmental impact of playground development. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/728848 The Kidsafe Playground Conference (presented by Kidsafe WA) is a gateway for the playground industry to unite to genuinely explore the concept of play, current playground issues including safety, design, maintenance, universal access, natural play and the environmental impact of playground development. Kidsafe playground conference: Nature of play 2010-04-19 2009-09-07 Play,Playgrounds,Playing space preschool,school UWA Club Perth WA Australia 2009-09-07 http://www.togetherwegrow.com.au/ The Early Childhood Education Conference provides a forum for discussion between early childhood educators and professionals - everyone involved in early childhood education from birth to the early years of school. The theme is 'Together we grow - building partnerships'. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/715106 The Early Childhood Education Conference provides a forum for discussion between early childhood educators and professionals - everyone involved in early childhood education from birth to the early years of school. The theme is 'Together we grow - building partnerships'. Early Childhood Education Conference 2010 2010-06-04 2009-09-02 early childhood, early years, education teacher/lecturer, administrator preschool Health Function Centre, Caulfield Racecourse Melbourne VIC Kindergarten Parents Victoria Australia 2009-09-02 http://www.ecia2010.com.au/ The ECIA conference theme is: 'Every day in every way: Creating learning opportunities for every child'. Children learn 'every day and every way' from the learning opportunities that are available to them in the contexts in which they live, play and learn. In recognition of the importance of working with the child in natural learning environments, there has been a shift in focus away from assessments and intervention in clinical settings. Accordingly, the clinical service model is being replaced by a natural learning environments approach in which practitioners seek to identify and utilise natural learning opportunities that occur in the course of children's everyday home and community routines. Building relationships with the parents and early childhood service providers and encouraging positive child-parent relationships are an important part of this process. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/708646 The ECIA conference theme is: 'Every day in every way: Creating learning opportunities for every child'. Children learn 'every day and every way' from the learning opportunities that are available to them in the contexts in which they live, play and learn. In recognition of the importance of working with the child in natural learning environments, there has been a shift in focus away from assessments and intervention in clinical settings. Accordingly, the clinical service model is being replaced by a natural learning environments approach in which practitioners seek to identify and utilise natural learning opportunities that occur in the course of children's everyday home and community routines. Building relationships with the parents and early childhood service providers and encouraging positive child-parent relationships are an important part of this process. Early Childhood Intervention Australia Conference 2010 2010-05-20 2009-07-24 disbilities, inclusion, natural learning environment, early childhood education teacher/lecturer school, preschool National Convention Centre Canberra ACT Early Childhood Intervention Australia Australia 2009-07-24 http://www.aifs.gov.au/institute/afrc11/AIFS-Conferenceflyer.pdf A major event every two years, AIFS Conferences bring together leading Australian and international researchers, policy-makers and practitioners in a dynamic and contemporary forum. In July 2010 the Institute proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary year. The conference will focus on the six major themes that shape the Institute's current Research Plan: Economic wellbeing of families; Families and work; Social inclusion; Violence, abuse and neglect; Family transitions and family law; and Children, young people and their families. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/717111 A major event every two years, AIFS Conferences bring together leading Australian and international researchers, policy-makers and practitioners in a dynamic and contemporary forum. In July 2010 the Institute proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary year. The conference will focus on the six major themes that shape the Institute's current Research Plan: Economic wellbeing of families; Families and work; Social inclusion; Violence, abuse and neglect; Family transitions and family law; and Children, young people and their families. 11th Australian Institute of Family Studies Conference 2010-07-09 2009-07-20 Family role,Family programs,Public policy preschool, school, higher education Melbourne Convention Centre Melbourne VIC Australian Institute of Family Studies http://www.aifs.gov.au/ Australia 2009-07-20 http://crab.rutgers.edu/~bowman/conference/ In an attempt to define this emerging and diverse field, the Exploring Childhood Studies conference proposes defining Childhood Studies by "doing" childhood studies; the conference will explore the field by offering explorations within it. We seek papers from all disciplines that keep the child, children, and childhood as their central focus, providing critical thought and insight while locating them in different contexts, fields, and ideologies. Graduate students from all disciplines who are engaged in research relating to children and childhood are encouraged to submit proposals. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/728068 In an attempt to define this emerging and diverse field, the Exploring Childhood Studies conference proposes defining Childhood Studies by "doing" childhood studies; the conference will explore the field by offering explorations within it. We seek papers from all disciplines that keep the child, children, and childhood as their central focus, providing critical thought and insight while locating them in different contexts, fields, and ideologies. Graduate students from all disciplines who are engaged in research relating to children and childhood are encouraged to submit proposals. Exploring Childhood Studies: A graduate student conference 2010-04-09 2009-07-10 child, childhood preschool, higher education Rutgers - The State University Camden, New Jersey Outside Australia Department of Childhood Studies at Rutgers University, Camden http://crab.rutgers.edu/ United States 2009-07-10 http://www.cayc.ca/indexcal.html The theme of CAYC 2010 National Conference is 'New frontiers for children: Our journey together'. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/728048 The theme of CAYC 2010 National Conference is 'New frontiers for children: Our journey together'. Canadian Association for Young Children (CAYC) 2010 National Conference 2010-04-29 2009-07-09 Children, early childhood education teacher/lecturer preschool Calgary, Alberta Outside Australia Canada 2009-07-09 http://www.ecaconference.com.au/ The South Australia Branch of Early Childhood Australia invites you to Adelaide in 2010 to participate in the ECA National Conference, 'Garla Bauondi': a Kaurna phrase meaning 'to fuel the fire'. As we gather and learn together, we keep the fire burning brightly for all childrens rights, learning and wellbeing. Join ECA members, those who working with young children, and others interested in children's wellbeing at Australia's biggest early childhood conference in 2010. Conference themes: the arts, professional leadership, and inspiring environments. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/704956 The South Australia Branch of Early Childhood Australia invites you to Adelaide in 2010 to participate in the ECA National Conference, 'Garla Bauondi': a Kaurna phrase meaning 'to fuel the fire'. As we gather and learn together, we keep the fire burning brightly for all childrens rights, learning and wellbeing. Join ECA members, those who working with young children, and others interested in children's wellbeing at Australia's biggest early childhood conference in 2010. Conference themes: the arts, professional leadership, and inspiring environments. Early Childhood Australia Conference 2010 2010-09-29 2009-07-09 early childhood preschool Adelaide Convention Centre Adelaide SA Early Childhood Australia Australia 2009-07-09 http://www.acei.org/confhp01.htm The Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) Annual International Conference and Exhibition, offers hundreds of exciting professional meetings, workshops and research sessions. This year's conference theme 'Brighter futures for children' reflects the need to ensure that children are surrounded by a circle of care that nurtures and guides their development. Topics include: Rethinking family involvement in educating children; Quality systems building and partnerships; Best practices in supporting children and families; Teaching for change. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/716875 The Association for Childhood Education International (ACEI) Annual International Conference and Exhibition, offers hundreds of exciting professional meetings, workshops and research sessions. This year's conference theme 'Brighter futures for children' reflects the need to ensure that children are surrounded by a circle of care that nurtures and guides their development. Topics include: Rethinking family involvement in educating children; Quality systems building and partnerships; Best practices in supporting children and families; Teaching for change. ACEI Annual International Conference and Exhibition 2010 2010-04-28 2009-07-09 early childhood education, global education, whole child education,teachersteacher/lecturer preschool, school Phoenix, Arizona Outside Australia Association for Childhood Education International United States 2009-07-09 http://www.omep2010.org/ The theme of the congress is "Children - citizens in a challenged world". The foundation for the event rests on UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The MDGs aim, among other things, to give all children the right to be in school by 2015, to improve women's situation and to ensure gender equity. The congress provides all participants the unique opportunity to work together on these important issues. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/713378 The theme of the congress is "Children - citizens in a challenged world". The foundation for the event rests on UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). The MDGs aim, among other things, to give all children the right to be in school by 2015, to improve women's situation and to ensure gender equity. The congress provides all participants the unique opportunity to work together on these important issues. OMEP World Congress 2010: Children - citizens in a challenged world 2010-08-11 2009-06-20 early childhood education teacher/lecturer preschool Goteborg Outside Australia World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP) Sweden 2009-06-20 http://www.iwb.net.au/conferences/australian10 In 2010 this conference will diversify to meet the needs of all schools where ever they stand in the interactive teaching and learning continuum. The use of interactive whiteboards in the classroom will feature very strongly and this major theme will be supplemented by the plethora of other exciting interactive teaching and learning applications and technologies currently available and in the pipeline. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/723459 In 2010 this conference will diversify to meet the needs of all schools where ever they stand in the interactive teaching and learning continuum. The use of interactive whiteboards in the classroom will feature very strongly and this major theme will be supplemented by the plethora of other exciting interactive teaching and learning applications and technologies currently available and in the pipeline. National Interactive Teaching and Learning Conference 2010 2010-08-12 2008-10-08 Interactive whiteboard, IWB Information and communications technology,Teaching skills,Teaching effectiveness teacher/lecturer school, preschool Gold Coast QLD IWBNet http://www.iwb.net.au Australia 2008-10-08 http://www.snaicc.asn.au/children/ National Aboriginal and Islander Children's Day, (NAICD), is an annual event celebrated on 4 August each year having been established by the Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC) in 1988. The aim of NAICD is to demonstrate how important children are to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. By focussing on a different theme each year NAICD draws attention to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and major issues SNAICC is pursuing on their behalf. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/707810 National Aboriginal and Islander Children's Day, (NAICD), is an annual event celebrated on 4 August each year having been established by the Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care (SNAICC) in 1988. The aim of NAICD is to demonstrate how important children are to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. By focussing on a different theme each year NAICD draws attention to the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and major issues SNAICC is pursuing on their behalf. National Aboriginal and Islander Children's Day 2010-08-04 2007-10-04 Children, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander,Indigenous peoples teacher/lecturer school All Australian states Secretariat of National Aboriginal and Islander Child Care http://www.snaicc.asn.au Australia 2007-10-04 http://www.napcan.org.au/child-protection-week A major event for the NAPCAN Foundation each year is the coordination of National Child Protection Week, starting on Father's Day in September. During this special week activities are held throughout Australia promoting community awareness of child abuse and neglect in all of its forms, the dramatic benefits of positive parenting towards the prevention of child abuse and neglect, and the role communities must play in preventing child abuse and neglect before it starts. http://www.edna.edu.au/noticeboards/5658/601871 A major event for the NAPCAN Foundation each year is the coordination of National Child Protection Week, starting on Father's Day in September. During this special week activities are held throughout Australia promoting community awareness of child abuse and neglect in all of its forms, the dramatic benefits of positive parenting towards the prevention of child abuse and neglect, and the role communities must play in preventing child abuse and neglect before it starts. National Child Protection Week 2010-09-05 2007-09-01 child abuse teacher/lecturer,parent/carer,administrator school,preschool ACT,NSW,NT,QLD, SA,TAS,VIC,WA NAPCAN http://www.napcan.org.au Australia 2007-09-01