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19-05-2025
“Today, Mia and her mom are going on an adventure. They are visiting a place called Play Hub. Mia’s mom heard about it from a friend, and she is very excited. Mia is happy too: a new adventure and a new place.” In the heartwarming illustrated…
12-05-2025
The International Step by Step Association (ISSA) is a vibrant international network that connects professionals and non-profit organizations working in the field of early childhood development. Established in the Netherlands in 1999, ISSA’s…
09-05-2025
Roma paraprofessionals—working as assistants, mediators, and community liaisons—play a crucial role in supporting Roma children’s access to equitable early childhood education and care. Yet, they often face limited access to structured training…
09-05-2025
We’re thrilled to welcome Carpathian Foundation Slovakia as a new member of the ISSA Network. For over three decades, the organization has worked to build stronger, more inclusive communities — reaching nearly half a million people, including…
17-04-2025
In this new initiative implemented by ISSA Member Step by Step Moldova, 150 Early Education Institutions (EEIs) across the Republic of Moldova are being transformed into Resource Centers—safe, inclusive spaces where all children, including those…
09-04-2025
CHAVORE: A Groundbreaking Approach to Supporting Roma Children's Well-Being  What does it take to create real, lasting change that ensures the well-being of young Roma children and allows them to grow toward promising futures? It starts with…
08-04-2025
Would you agree every child deserves a fair start in life? This International Roma Day, we spotlight the reality for many Roma children—and the urgent need for change. ?️ Watch the video ? Share it ? Be part of the movement Khetaun sam…
01-04-2025
This article showcases the experiences of early childhood professionals who took part in ISSA’s Foundational Training on Psychological First Aid (PFA) and Trauma-Informed Practices with Young Children and their Caregivers developed with ISSA Member…
01-04-2025
On March 20, 2025, the Early Childhood Workforce Initiative (ECWI) brought together regional networks, policymakers, donors, and global experts for a powerful and timely Global Dialogue on the Early Childhood Workforce. With voices from across the…
31-03-2025
Creating inclusive and sustainable practices is essential for ensuring that young children and families in vulnerable situations receive the support they need. At the Kosova Education Center (KEC), we have been dedicated to fostering…