International Congress on Brain Science Early Childhood Care and Education
On September 26, the Babilou Family Foundation and UNESCO co-organized the second International Congress on Brain Sciences, Early Childhood Care and Education
The turnout was nothing short of incredible, with over 1,400 attendees—all passionate about advancing the quality of early childhood care and education, backed by science.
Renowned scientists, academics, experts gathered to discuss the crucial impact of a child's first 1,000 days on cognitive and emotional development.
The event showcased scientific advancements that promote sustainable education and bridge the gap between childcare centers and families, fostering essential educational continuity for children's development.
A special thank you to our keynote speaker, Nobel prize-winning economist James Heckman, for your talk and economic argument to increase investment in early childhood education and for the importance of the early years in building strong communities.
A big thank you to all the speakers and participants for contributing to the success of this event. Together, we have elevated this Congress as a global catalyst for advancing child development.
To explore the highlights of this impactful day in our video:
https://youtu.be/97wWzTBsn-w?si=pwEKbM41cbJb1O1r
To catch the replay:
To go futher:
Investing in early childhood care and education yields lifelong benefits | UNESCO