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SPONSOR Help Sponsor our Annual Leadership Summit! Thank you for your interest in sponsoring BCDI-Atlanta's 5th Annual Culturally Responsive Early Education & Care Leadership Summit! At BCDI-Atlanta, we are committed to establishing and emphasizing valuable partner relationships within the culturally responsive early childhood education community - ECE educators, social workers, medical/healthcare professionals and anyone else who lives or works with Black children and their families. These partnerships enable us to broaden our reach and engage shared stakeholders in the field of early childhood education. Through collaborations with various engagement partners such as child-serving programs and professionals, we believe that by working together, we can leverage available assets to provide our community with the knowledge needed to advance our collective work. We look forward to supporting our stakeholders during this two-day in-person professional development event. View Sponsorship Application > Sponsorship Package View More Download Questions? Contact events@bcdiatlanta.org Sponsorship Application Download Package

NEWS EVENTS About Us Our mission is to improve and advance the quality of life for Black children and families in Georgia through education and advocacy. ​ With the support of NBCDI and its local community partners, BCDI-Atlanta delivers high-quality resources that respond to the unique strengths and needs of Black children and their families. BCDI-Atlanta partners with child-serving agencies to implement culturally relevant and culturally responsive programs promoting high-quality early care and education, literacy, health, and family engagement. ​ Read More Our Focus Read More BCDI-Atlanta seeks to improve and advance the quality of life for Black children and their families through education and advocacy in these six NBCDI focus areas, accordingly. Family Engagement Promote family engagement as a long-term commitment. Child Welfare Promote the improvement of the child welfare system. Coordinate outreach, programs, and activities that focus on prevention and effective, supportive, culturally competent care of children in all settings. Early Childhood Education Promote the equitable distribution of quality across the birth to eight continuum and the connection between early childhood settings and elementary schools. Health and Wellness Promote culturally relevant healthy nutrition and preventative wellness practices among families. Coordinate outreach, programs and activities to engage, educate, and empower. Literacy Coordinate programs, activities, and training to ensure reading proficiency by the end of 3rd grade for all students. Engage students, families, and educators. Policy Advance the quality of life for Black children, families, and communities. Major Event National Black Child Development Institute's Historic 50th Anniversary Conference Learn More National Black Child Development Institute's Historic 50th Anniversary Conference Programs-Home Tickets Support Us As a nonprofit organization, we depend on your gifts to continue our work. Consider a donation! Donate #e1d5c5 #edc7a2 #e1c19e #ca8342 #cc6633 #a7623b #a4541c #7e411c #bd132d #48234b #e4790b #106f7d

Share Your Story! We'd love to hear from YOU ! ​ Founded in 1981, BCDI-Atlanta continues to celebrate our legacy by sharing com munity stories from our sta keholders! BCDI-Atlanta would love to share how your connection to our organization has impacted you, your family and/or your work with young children and families. Please complete this Community Impact Form , so we may recognize you.

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Our Programs BCDI-Atlanta promotes the equitable distribution of quality across the birth to eight continuum and the connection between early childhood settings and elementary schools, by coordinating programs and training to increase the well-qualified, culturally & racially diverse workforce. BCDI-Atlanta coordinates programs, activities, and training to ensure reading proficiency by the end of 3rd grade for all students, engaging students, families, and educators. BCDI-Atlanta promotes family engagement as a long-term commitment shared between multiple stakeholders from many settings, by coordinating family empowerment outreach, programs, and activities that build partnerships and equips families with information and resources. BCDI-Atlanta advances the quality of life for Black children, families, and communities by connecting programs, policy, and advocacy, through the engagement of members and the broader community in activities designed to address local and state civic matters affecting Black children and families in Georgia. COVID-19 RESOURCES

WHY BECOME A MEMBER? BCDI-Atlanta membership provides access to resources you need to make a positive impact in the lives of Black children and their families and enables the organization to engage in collective, strengths-based culturally relevant education and advocacy. ​ When you join, you become a member of both our national organization (NBCDI) and local affiliate, BCDI-Atlanta. ​ Is your NBCDI and BCDI-Atlanta Membership current? Join NBCDI and BCDI-Atlanta now! Membership Overview Our Mission Since 1970, the National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) has been committed to the mission “to improve and advance the quality of life for Black children and families through education and advocacy.” Established in 1981, BCDI-Atlanta Affiliate coordinates community programs and initiatives throughout the state of Georgia, supporting the six focus areas of NBCDI. Our Focus Areas Our efforts focus on: Early Care and Education Health and Wellness Family Engagement Literacy Child Welfare Policy and Advocacy Summary of Membership Benefits Access to Resources Keeps You Connected Builds Your Knowledge and Skills Saves You Money Great Value Access to Resources BCDI-Atlanta membership gives access to resources you need to make a positive impact in the lives of Black children and their families and enables the organization to engage in collective, strengths-based culturally-relevant education and advocacy. Keeps You Connected Affiliates- Join one of nearly 30 Affiliates in communities across the country, with access to local networks of leaders. Networking- Become part of a community of thousands of educators, parents and policymakers committed to ensuring that our children are loved, valued, educated and supported. Social Media- Join our community of educators, parents, researchers and more as you engage with us online. Builds Your Knowledge and Skills Professional Development- Take advantage of dynamic opportunities, including our Annual Conference, to build your skills and expand your knowledge, online and in person. Resources- Access culturally-relevant and research-based curricula, resources and information on literacy, health and wellness, family engagement and social-emotional development. Advocacy- Become a leader, and participate in national, state and local trainings, events, collaborations and activities in order to ensure that our policymakers are making positive and equitable decisions that support our children, families and communities. Saves You Money Receive discounts on NBCDI’s Annual Conference, BCDI-Atlanta’s Annual State Conference, all our publications, events and products! Great Value Student Member- $25 (must provide a copy of a student ID and/or current transcript) Regular Member- $40 (includes membership in a local BCDI Affiliate, if applicable) Independent Member- $40 (means you choose not to join a local Affiliate) Non-profit Organizational Membership- $250 (includes 7 individual memberships; must supply tax-exempt ID number) Corporate Membership- $500 (includes 7 individual memberships) Join Now!

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EXPAND ECE FELLOWS Introducing the Expand ECE Fellows: Empowering BIPOC Leaders in Early Education ​ ​ In an effort to foster diversity and excellence in early care and education (ECE), the Black Child Development Institute (BCDI)-Atlanta introduces the Expand ECE Fellowship. Developed to cultivate highly qualified Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) leaders in Greater Atlanta's ECE sector, this program embodies a commitment to equity, empowerment, and educational excellence. The Expand ECE Fellowship offers a culturally responsive experience for early educators pursuing ECE degrees across 13 metro counties and beyond. Providing various coaching formats—individual sessions, small group discussions, and large group workshops—the program tailors support to fellows' interests and professional growth areas, ensuring personalized guidance. As we welcome the Expand ECE Fellows, we celebrate their achievements and anticipate their collective impact. Their dedication and passion serve as beacons of hope, inspiring future generations of educators. With Expand ECE leading the way, we move towards a future where all children can access high-quality early education guided by compassionate leaders. Together, we build a brighter tomorrow, one empowered educator at a time. ​ Abigail Hernandez Kindergarten Paraprofessional - N/A (9 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors of Early Childhood Education Interests/Hobbies: Working out, reading, shopping, hiking, and singing. Current Career Goal: One day become an Assistant Principal Adjo Cooper Paraprofessional/Teacher - Clayton county public schools/ Ash street center (9 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor in Early Childhood Education/Special Ed. Interests/Hobbies: Travel, Reading Current Career Goal: Becoming a special ed teacher to empower and love on our babies Amanda Gillam Caregiver - Omega Homecare (0 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Atlanta Tech Degree Currently Seeking: Associate Interests/Hobbies: nails, reading, taking care of people Current Career Goal: Grow in every way i possibly can academically, finically Angela Banks Paraprofessional - Atlanta Public School (4 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Science in Education Interests/Hobbies: Painting, walking, watching movies Current Career Goal: Pre-k or Kindergarten Teacher Annabelle Adams Paraprofessional Pre-K in special Education - Starling Elementary school (11 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University (Atlanta campus) Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Early Learning and development Interests/Hobbies: I love doing art like watercolors and paper crafts I also love going out into nature my favorite things to see are plants and insects (butterflies) and I love finding frogs as well Current Career Goal: I want to be a kindergarten teacher!! Ashley Williams Headstart teacher - Newton County Headstart (9 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Georgia Piedmont Degree Currently Seeking: Associate in early childhood education Interests/Hobbies: Cooking and shopping Current Career Goal: Become a better educator Bonquisha Davis DES Pre-K Paraprofessional - Clayton County Public School (McGarrah Elementary School) (5 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Science in Education/ Special Education Endorsement Interests/Hobbies: Shopping, traveling, going out to have fun Current Career Goal: My career goal is to be successful teacher in my own classroom educating my future students. Brianna Harmon Educational Curriculum Coordinator - Atlanta Children’s Shelter (11 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Atlanta Tech Degree Currently Seeking: Associate Interests/Hobbies: Puzzle Current Career Goal: To become a behavioral therapist Burnadette Anozie Pre K Para - Clayton County Public Schools (7 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor Interests/Hobbies: Reading and dancing Current Career Goal: To graduate with honors Camilla Mason Owner/ Director - Camilla A Mason Family Childcare Learning Home (26 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: West Georgia Technical College Degree Currently Seeking: Associate Degree in Early Childcare Education Interests/Hobbies: Gardening and Reading Current Career Goal: To obtain my degree in Early Childcare Carmorrow Robinson Paraprofessional - CCPS (6 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor Interests/Hobbies: Coaching Current Career Goal: Future Teacher Casance Kendrick Pre K Teacher - Childcare Network (20 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor Interests/Hobbies: Photography Current Career Goal: To obtain my Master's in Early hood childcare Chantene' Armstrong Teacher - APEC Learning CEnter (1 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Atlanta Technical College Degree Currently Seeking: Associate of Early Childhood Education Interests/Hobbies: Cheering, Dancing and playing with my children. Current Career Goal: Early Childhood Educator Chara Troutman GA - K Assistant - Whitefoord Early Learning Academy (20+ Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor's Interests/Hobbies: Reading, Walks in the parks. Current Career Goal: To become an administrator, coach or administrator in ECE Christina Labrador Paraprofessional - Gwinnett County Public Schools/ Baggett Elementary (12 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors of Science in Early Learning and Development Interests/Hobbies: I love to hang out with family and friends. Love to watch movies and tv shows. I love to read when I have the time. Current Career Goal: Current career goal is to become a great successful teacher after graduating. Courtney Cummings Para - G.W. Northcutt Elementary (16 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Science Interests/Hobbies: Riding Bikes Current Career Goal: To become a kindergarten teacher Deloris Wright Director - Childcare Network (30 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Early Childcare and Development Interests/Hobbies: Family and assisting my husband in the ministry Current Career Goal: Independent Childcare Consultant/Trainer Demecca Moore Pre-K Teacher - YMCA (10 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: University of Phoenix Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors in Early Childhood Interests/Hobbies: Cooking/Eating Current Career Goal: Obtain bachelors Elarge McKenzie Lead Teacher - McIntosh Trail Early Development Council (10+ Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor Interests/Hobbies: Reading and Water Aerobics Current Career Goal: My goal is transforming my knowledge to young children. Hopefully it will make a difference in their lives. Jamesa Wilson Assistant Pre-k - BCDI (11 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor’s Interests/Hobbies: Doing new things Current Career Goal: To get more knowledge to be assist children. Janice Lindsay Teacher - N/A (4 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Atlanta Technical College Degree Currently Seeking: Associates Interests/Hobbies: I love travel and seek new scenery! Current Career Goal: To complete my degree and continue to move up and to open my own childcare facility. Karita McKnight Early Head start Teacher - McIntosh Trail (8 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Georgia Piedmont Technical College Degree Currently Seeking: Associate Interests/Hobbies: Sports/ Reading Current Career Goal: To obtain my Masters in early childhood Kim'Yetta Legree Para-Pro Special Education - Clayton County Public Schools (2 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors in ECE Interests/Hobbies: Cooking Current Career Goal: To be a Teacher LaTarsha Kent Teacher - Dougherty County Board of Education (25 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Education Interests/Hobbies: My interest is to learn how to sew. My hobbies are cooking, reading, and watching sports. Current Career Goal: My current goal is to earn a Bachelor's degree in Education. Lavonia Denmark Teacher - McGarrah Elementary School (8 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Associate Degree Interests/Hobbies: Walking Current Career Goal: To become to be a certified techer Lisa Edalgo Paraprofessional - Bibb County School District (6 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of ELAD Interests/Hobbies: Cooking dancing exercise Current Career Goal: To become a teacher MaKeba Frazier Support Staff - Stilwell school of the arts (3 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Early Childhood education Interests/Hobbies: Bowling, laughing, walking, shopping, movies Current Career Goal: To become a teacher in a Pre-k or Kindergarten class and continue to climb the ladder . Maleka Haywood Infant/Toddler Teacher - Dare to Dream Learning Academy (1 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors of Science in Education in Early Learning and Development Interests/Hobbies: Singing, Dancing, Doing Nails/Makeup Current Career Goal: Obtain my Bachelors MeChelle' Martin Campus Support Staff - Clayton County Public Schools (1 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education Interests/Hobbies: Crocheting, Poetry, Reading Current Career Goal: My current career goal is to become a Kindergarten teacher and eventually an administrator. Melody Toles Teacher Assistant - Rainbow Academy of Learning (13 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Science in Education Interests/Hobbies: Making Gift Baskets and Spending time with family Current Career Goal: To complete my Bachelor of Science in Education. To be contribute to the education of young children. Nadine Saint-Remy Pre-k Paraprofessional - Gwinnett County Public Schools (2 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor Interests/Hobbies: Reading Current Career Goal: To become a certified teacher Nykia Flewellen Teacher - McIntosh Trail, ECDC (9 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors Interests/Hobbies: shopping, spending family time Current Career Goal: owning my own childcare facility Priscilla Fields Special Need Paraprofessional - Clayton County / J.W. Arnold Elementary School (5 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Science in Education Interests/Hobbies: Crocheting Current Career Goal: Become a Teacher Queen Victoria Morris Special Education Paraprofessional - Clayton County Public Schools (12 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Science in Education Interests/Hobbies: Community Involvement, Exercise & Health / Writing, Life Time Movies, traveling, listening to music. cooking Current Career Goal: I'd like to become instrumental in helping my scholars meet their goals and objectives according to their IEP. To expand my professional network, supersede expectations at Mercer University in academics, and pass the GACE will be phenomenal! Stephanie Nollman Teacher - McIntosh Trail ECDC Inc (5 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor’s Interests/Hobbies: High school sports, spending time with family Current Career Goal: Move up with the company I’m with to encourage fellow teachers. Tameka Ester Teacher Assistant - Sheltering Arms (2 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Atlanta Tech Degree Currently Seeking: Associates of science Interests/Hobbies: Arts and craft, Traveling, Cooking, Current Career Goal: To obtain my associates in early childhood education Teodora Sheriff PreK Special Ed Parapro - Parsons Elementary (1 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Mercer University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor in Early Childhood Education Interests/Hobbies: crafting, zumba Current Career Goal: To become a Special Ed teacher Tiffany Durham Prek assistant - McIntosh Trail (7 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Georgia Piedmont Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelors Interests/Hobbies: Zumba Current Career Goal: Prek lead Vicki Barney Infant/Toddler Asst. Teacher - Sheltering Arms East Point (10 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Clark Atlanta University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Elementary Education Interests/Hobbies: Performing Arts Current Career Goal: Dance Teacher Myra Abdus-Saboor Family Childcare Provider - Teach the Childrren Early Learning Center (16 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Southern Crescent Degree Currently Seeking: Associate Interests/Hobbies: Gardening, Crafting, Cooking Current Career Goal: To opening a toddler (12-36 month center) Jordyn Hearst Floater - Coastal Plains Headstart (3 Years in Early Education) College/University attending: Valdosta State University Degree Currently Seeking: Bachelor of Elementary Education Interests/Hobbies: babysitting, social media, hanging with family and friends Current Career Goal: to graduate college and get my own classroom in an Elementary school