SPARK Culturally Responsive Childcare: Part 2 – Empowering Culturally Responsive Program Leaders

Build leadership capacity and foster culturally responsive practices in early learning programs

This advanced training empowers program leaders to facilitate and integrate Spark Guide principles across early learning communities. Part Two focuses on facilitation practice, leadership development, and implementing culturally responsive approaches.

Sessions are available in English and French.

Completion of Part 1 – Introducing the Spark Guide for Program Leaders is required to attend this session.

Note: Programs are eligible for compensation for the hours dedicated to this training

“Know” Knowledge & Understanding

• Deepen understanding of cultural behaviours, values, and stress responses.
• Understand trauma-informed, culturally responsive approaches.
• Clarify leadership’s role in shaping inclusive programs.

“Do” Apply Skills & Practice

• Practice facilitating Spark strategies with peers.
• Apply tools for recognizing unconscious bias.
• Design environments that embed safety, choice, and control.

“Be” Professional Growth & Transformation

• Embrace curiosity and authenticity as leadership anchors.
• Commit to courageous, inclusive leadership centered on belonging.