Learning about issues and trends in the early childhood field has given me great insight into how I am able to play a role in my own community to make positive changes. Learning about international issues affirms that early childhood education is something to be examined and improved in all countries. One of the consequences I learned through international websites is that funding is a major contributor to the issues in early childhood as not all countries value the importance of early childhood education. I have also gained insight into issues of excellence and equity among many countries. There are numerous international organizations, such as UNESCO, working toward advancing early childhood programs and services which stresses the need for high quality in all areas, especially at risk and low income communities.

One of the biggest goals for the field of early childhood education is gaining advocacy for children and their families in all countries. No matter where a family is from, gaining high quality access to early education programs is important for healthy child development. Advocating for families and children to receive these programs and services may help bring awareness and collaboration to these international issues and trends.