Explore how to address systemic barriers and create pathways to leadership for historically underrepresented parents in early childhood systems. 

Address the complex intersections of race, culture, and parent leadership in early childhood systems. This powerful session will feature organizations and parent leaders who are breaking down systemic barriers and creating pathways to leadership for historically underrepresented groups. Explore sensitive topics such as implicit bias, cultural competence, and the lasting effects of historical trauma on family engagement. Gain practical strategies for creating culturally responsive leadership opportunities and amplifying the voices of parents from diverse backgrounds to drive meaningful change in early childhood policies and practices.