ANTI-BIAS EDUCATION

CHILDREN MIRROR THE ATTITUDES OF THE SOCIETY AND OF THEIR FAMILY From infancy children notice the differences around them. Throughout their lives they are continually constructing their personal

and social identities through the knowledge, skills and behaviors they acquire through their multiple social and cultural contexts.

Bias, discomforts and trauma impacts children’s identities and development.

Depending on their circumstances and contexts, how they absorb messages about prejudice and social advantage or disadvantage, how they think about the differences and similarities among the people that surround them, they shape their identity on the outside and construct from the inside.

Providing a positive and accurate learning experience can help children understand about themselves and others, make sense of the human similarities and differences, and develop a holistic understanding and thus foster the development of the whole child.

GOAL OF AN ANTI-BIAS EDUCATOR 1. Develop children’s identity and self-

esteem

2. Help children be comfortable with differences.

3. Help children recognize bias and stereotypes

4. Empower children to take action against bias