Early childhood educators often sit at the intersection of complex individual and societal challenges. From COVID to the ongoing issue of racial violence, the need for mental and behavioral support has become more urgent than ever before.

As a response, All Our Kin will offer a Professional Development series centered on stress, trauma, loss and mental wellness. In this year-long workshop series, you will learn key strategies for:

• Regulating the nervous system to promote health and healing
• Supporting children during difficult times
• Reflection and developing deep relationships with the children your care

Deadline to register for Somatic Experiencing for Resolving Stress and Trauma is Thursday, Feb. 23! Don’t miss it.

Black History Month Program

Creating Joyful & Liberating Early Childhoods for Black Children

On Feb. 28, Anahsa’s Journey to Nia will hold a free virtual event centering Black joy and eradicating anti-Black racism in early childhood programs.

Invest in Progress Grant Program

The BOSS Network and Sage invite applications for their Invest in Progress Grant program, an online initiative supporting Black women to start and grow businesses.

Eligible applicants will receive grants up to $10,000, in addition to a monthly membership through the BOSS University.

The deadline to apply is Thursday, Feb. 24 by 5 p.m.