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Inclusion Matters is a podcast produced by The Center for Inclusive Child Care (CICC). Early childhood experts discuss a wide array of important topics for early childhood professionals. We are excited to have you listen in on our podcast today.
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- Aug 6, 202635 min
Fahamka iyo tabaabushadda dhaqdhaqaaqyada immigration iyo khataraha la xiriira ku yeeshaan nolosha caruurta (The Impact of Recent Events on the Young Children of the Somali Community)
Wadahadalkan wuxuu ka hadlayaa saameynta ay dhaqdhaqaaqyada ICE, cabsida, iyo hadallada xun ee Soomaalida laga sheego ku yeeshaan carruurta, qoysaska, iyo bulshada Soomaaliyeed. Marian Hassan iyo Bureeqo Dahir waxay ka wada hadleen arrimahan waxayna la wadaageen siyaabaha daryeel-bixiyeyaashu u taageeri karaan carruurta marka ay jiraan waqtiyo adag. Waxay ka hadleen muhiimadda ay leedahay in carruurta loo sameeyo jadwal joogto ah, lala hadlo oo la dhageysto, la ogaado calaamadaha walbahaarka, lana caawiyo qoysaska inay helaan taageero.This conversation discusses the impact of ICE activities and negative messages about Somalis on children, families, and the Somali community. Marian Hassan and Bureeqo Dahir talk about these concerns and share ways caregivers can support children during difficult times while also caring for their own well-being. They discuss the importance of creating routines for children, listening to them, noticing signs of stress, and helping families find support.
- Aug 5, 202624 min
Minnesota Department of Health Excellence in Child Care Recognition Award
Priscilla Weigel welcomes Holly Glaubitz, Work and Wellness Coordinator with the Office of Statewide Health Improvement Initiatives at the Minnesota Department of Health, to the podcast. Holly shares an exciting opportunity for licensed child care programs to be recognized for excellence in supporting physical activity and nutrition in their settings.🌟Learn more about the recognition program:https://www.health.state.mn.us/people/earlycare/recognition.html🌟Applicants can use one of the following methods to apply for recognition:Complete the online application: Childcare Recognition ApplicationThis online form must be completed on a computer. The form is not compatible with mobile browsers.Complete the PDF application: Physical Activity and Nutrition (PAN) Excellence in Childcare Recognition Program for Childcare Centers and Homes (PDF)
- Jun 25, 202625 min
Sleep Matters: Supporting Healthy Development
Inclusion Matters welcomes back recurring guest Dr. Kris Gendreau to discuss sleep in children. Dr. Gendreau shares from her over 30 years as a pediatrician key research and strategies that help build strong foundations of healthy sleep patterns in children.🌟Additional Resources: American Academy of Pediatrics (APA):🔗 Healthy Sleep Habits: How Many Hours Does Your Child Need?
- Jun 25, 202632 min
Understanding Autism Prevalence Rates in Minnesota
Inclusion Matters welcomes Dr. Jenn Hall-Lande, licensed psychologist and researcher from the University of Minnesota Institute on Community Integration and Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain back to the program to share updated autism prevalence numbers in Minnesota. She helps us understand the trends in the research and gives useful insights on ways early educators can support early intervention efforts and partner with families.🌟Additional Resources:Centers for Disease Control (CDC):🔗 CDC - Learn the Signs. Act Early🔗 Data and Statistics on Autism Spectrum Disorder🔗 2025 Community Report on AutismMN Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network🔗 https://addm.umn.edu/U of M Institute on Community Integration:🔗 https://ici.umn.edu/Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain:🔗 https://midb.umn.edu/
- May 19, 202624 min
Sing Again-Somali Lullaby Project
Inclusion Matters welcomes our friend Marian Hassan to the podcast. Marian was awarded the Minnesota Legacy Cultural Heritage Grant 2024 to document the oral history and lullabies of the Somali culture. She shares how this project has grown into a book and learning tools offered through the University of Minnesota. Links and further information are included below.
- May 4, 202621 min
Early Childhood Around the World
In this episode of Inclusion Matters, Priscilla Weigel records from Malaysia at the World Forum on Early Care and Education in Kuala Lumpur. Her guest, Mary-Louise Clifford, is a Director of Early Childhood Services in Australia. Mary Louise shares about early childhood systems in Australia, including educator training, funding, and supports for children and families. They also reflect on global challenges like the impact of COVID-19 and the importance of finding joy and connection in the work of early childhood.
- Apr 1, 202621 min
Helping Children Thrive in a Racially Diverse World: Young Hearts Open Minds
Inclusion Matters welcomes Marie Lister from Young Hearts Open Minds (YHOM) to the podcast. She is the Director of Training for YHOM and the Director of Teaching and Research at the University of Minnesota Child Development Center. The conversation highlights the way this early childhood education program supports and improves the ways very young children learn about, form, internalize, and express attitudes regarding racial identity, racial intolerance, and other biases. 🌟Additional Resources:🔗 https://youngheartsopenminds.org/📧Frank Forsberg, forsbergfp@gmail.com
- Mar 9, 202620 min
Minnesota Child Care Assistance Special Needs Rate
Inclusion Matters welcomes Lanay Jacobs, Provider Support Specialist for the Child Care Assistance Rate at the Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families. Our conversation highlights the process that early childhood educators and families can follow to submit a request for a higher child care assistance payment for their child care setting. 🌟Additional Resources:🔗CCAP Special Needs Rate Variance Request - Parent and Provider Request (DHS-4194)🔗Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): https://www.ada.gov/Federal and State Requirements🔗Minn. Rule 3400.0130 Subp.3🔗Minn. Stat. 142E.17, Subd. 3CICC Tip Sheets:📝What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?📝What Does the ADA Mean to Child Care?Questions? Contact The Childcare Assistance Provider Support Team📧 Contact us at CCAP.Providers.DCYF@state.mn.us or 651-431-4848
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Inclusion Matters is a podcast produced by The Center for Inclusive Child Care (CICC). Early childhood experts discuss a wide array of important topics for early childhood professionals. We are excited to have you listen in on our podcast today.
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