{"id":36989,"date":"2020-06-05T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-05T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging2.threadalaska.org\/thread-blog\/a-message-from-thread-we-stand-together-3\/"},"modified":"2020-06-05T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2020-06-05T16:00:00","slug":"a-message-from-thread-we-stand-together-3","status":"publish","type":"thread-blog","link":"https:\/\/www.threadalaska.org\/thread-blog\/a-message-from-thread-we-stand-together-3\/","title":{"rendered":"A Message from thread: We Stand Together"},"content":{"rendered":"
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thread<\/strong> is deeply saddened by the injustice and pain of recent events in our communities and country. We stand together and recognize the
\n tremendous costs of institutional discrimination, particularly to the African American and Black and Alaska Natives communities, and other people of
\n color.\u00a0thread<\/strong> stands together with you in support of racial equality, equity, and inclusion. We stand together in support of
\n fundamental human and civil rights that begin at birth, and the dignity and respect that come with them.<\/p>\n

Recent events are a sad reminder that the progress that has been made is not enough.<\/p>\n

thread<\/strong> works to help families and caregivers raise the next generation of Alaskans. In this work, we have an obligation to reflect on
\n our individual beliefs and values, our organization\u2019s values and our commitment to our mission that all Alaskan children have access to affordable
\n quality early childhood education programs to grow and learn. Our work is centered on the core tenets of social and economic justice \u2013 that equal opportunities are available to every child and family.<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n

Our values of quality, access, and children\u2019s rights invite us to believe that our collective work and advocacy will lead to more nurturing, supportive,
\n care and early learning experiences. In turn, children will grow and thrive, and their families and our communities will do the same.<\/p>\n

As an organization and statewide Network, thread<\/strong> commits to continue our own learning with humility. We will also be bold in our stand
\n against racism. Not just for our team, but for the early childhood educators we support and the children in their care. We will encourage business
\n and policy leaders at all levels to come together to adopt policies that promote a better quality of life for our children and families. We will continue
\n to work to create a future in which all children can achieve their full potential.<\/p>\n

Just as the brain forms in the early years, so does the foundation for trust and respect. These resources can provide helpful guidance to early educators
\n and families for introducing and engaging our youngest in our conversations:<\/p>\n