Mission
Our mission is to empower educators and institutions to sow the seeds of equity and cultivate inclusive environments in early childhood education. Through our robust education program, partnerships with community change-makers, and dynamic story-time initiative, we are devoted to fostering a meaningful and sustainable sense of belonging for gender-expansive children and LGBTQ families from all backgrounds and championing an affirming educational landscape for all.
Vision
Equity in the field of early childhood requires both a deep investment in the experiences of children and their families and in our educators’ networks of support and their overall well-being. Are we wanted, valued, and cared for? Are we celebrated for who we are and what we bring to our community? Are we empowered as active members of a community that we cultivate together?
We believe that teachers and families alike are deeply invested in these questions while navigating the environment of early childhood education.
If you would like to stay up to date, email us and let us know you would like to receive updates. We send them any time we have a new event or resource available!
Email one or both of us:
katelyn@lavenderlearninglab.org and lauren@lavenderlearninglab.org
Our Focus Areas
Workshops
Our in-person and virtual workshops provide opportunities for educators, administrators, and caregivers to explore and engage with early childhood concepts through a gender expansive and LGBTQ+ inclusive lens.
Community Building
Our Coaching Corners and shared learning spaces bring together community members by providing an environment that fosters connection, growth, and inquiry through supportive facilitation and conversation.
Partnerships
For us it all starts with collaboration, we are committed to partnering with local foundations, locally owned bookstores, regional early childhood organizations and educators, and all organizations support liberation for all. Partnership means everything to us and we want to hear from you!
Pride Read Alouds
Every year in June, we celebrate Pride with a weekly read aloud for children and families focused on themes of inclusion, celebration, and love. Attendees receive resources to continue the learning and fun at home.
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