AN Indigenous educator recognised for her work lobbying the government for inclusive and culturally appropriate childcare policies is one of nine finalists in a national early childhood education award.
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Courtney Glazebrook, director of Towri MACS has been chosen as a finalist in the 2018 HESTA Early Childhood Education and Care Awards, which be announced on September 21.
The awards recognise early childhood educators, carers, and services who demonstrate outstanding dedication to practice improvement and development, leading to enhanced learning outcomes for children.
Ms Glazebrook is recognised for advocating for inclusive and culturally appropriate childcare policy, that ensures Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have access to quality early childhood education and care.
As Director of Towri MACS she has recognised the negative impact that recent government childcare policy changes have had on the ability of families to access their service and advocated for change engaging local members of parliament.
Through her efforts, she has secured funding for an Indigenous Community Liaison Officer and implemented a range of care options so that families can access childcare services for more than one day per week.
HESTA CEO, Debby Blakey said the finalists were selected for their leadership in creating engaging and inclusive learning environments for children.
The winner will be announced at a gala award dinner being held in Sydney on September 21.
