Cultural Diversity Essential To Respect and Belonging for Children

Cultural Diversity Week (19-27th March) and Harmony Day (21st March) are a time to celebrate, share and embrace cultural diversity.

Cultural diversity, awareness and tradition play important roles in helping babies, toddlers and young children develop a positive sense of identity and build self-esteem. Harmony Day and Cultural Diversity week are about inclusiveness, respect and belonging regardless of cultural or linguistic background.

Between July 2019 and February 2022, parents from 85 different countries of birth attended a Tweddle program.

Tweddle believe in supporting babies, toddlers, children, and families to stay connected to cultures, communities and Countries. Tweddle welcomes people of different age, race, ethnicity, gender identity, intersex status, culture, sexual orientation, relationship status, language, faith, ability levels and socio-economic backgrounds. We take an intersectional approach in reducing inequality and discrimination by embedding safe, inclusive and affirming partnerships. We celebrate families from all walks of life and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging in principle and practice.

Cultural appreciation building positive self image

Studies show that cultural appreciation and awareness contribute to building a positive self image. Developing a strong foundation of belonging and acceptance through cultural celebration and education helps children to create a diverse social network while transitioning into adulthood.

There are many ways that parents can teach their children about their own cultures while exploring others.

This includes teaching children to be bilingual or multicultural, celebrating holidays and traditions, bonding over traditional meals, and sharing stories of family history and connections.

Tweddle parents came from the following countries of birth between July 2019 and February 2022;