#3: Support creating anti-racist early childhood spaces.
Creating anti-racist early childhood spaces goes much deeper than having books, toys, and images of representation in spaces and environments that young children spend time in. To create and sustain anti-racist approaches, practices, and spaces, those working within early childhood systems must first learn and examine the racialized history of programs that serve young children. There must also be recognition that racism is occurring in programs that serve the early childhood population. Commitment to creating anti-racist early childhood environments means actively acknowledging inequities in systems and teaching about racism while inviting children to discuss race, racism, and inequality. Finally, those working in early childhood systems, programs, and spaces must commit to become anti-racist. To learn more, check out the first resource in this list, from NAEYC.