Three goals that might assist me in becoming more effective in my professional role and help me navigate early childhood systems and/or engage in public policies that impact young children and their families are;

  Add a certification in early intervention or mental health to my toolkit. 

The early care system is becoming more interconnected to support the whole child.  As a trainer it will be beneficial to learn more about the health component that is supporting ECE today.

 Becoming more involved in my affiliations. 

Rather than just be a subscribed member of NAEYC and other organizations become more involved.  To include possible leadership or even just becoming more interactive with special groups within the organizations, such as diversity groups.

  Advocate for updated regulations and policies within my work place.

Many of the regulations are outdated.  Being an advocate for change through by writing about best practices and current research in the organization newsletter can bring awareness across the company’s programs, to include Headquarter.