Home » Voice of Community

Share this Page!

Voice of Community

Coalition’s use participant surveys to measure how Coalition activities impact awareness and knowledge of early childhood development, as well as changes in caregiver confidence. This qualitative and quantitative data is used at both a community and provincial level to measure collective impact and to inform planning.

After attending Coalition activities Participants reported...

They had better understanding, increased awareness and were more confident of discussed Early Childhood Development topics.

93%

They were more able to use their knowledge to support early childhood development in their community.

96%

They were more aware of Early Childhood Supports and Resources in their area.

97%

What Participants are

"This was great for increasing awareness about children's mental health and encouraging fathers to help build strong mental and emotional health in their children. It helps me realize a little extra effort can go a long way in building emotionally stable children."

"Very helpful event in building that play connection with simple play activities we have at home."

"I'm inspired and motivated to play with a purpose!"

"Human interaction is key to child brain development."

"I love being reminded about the importance of play, the importance of attachments and the power of our role in children's lives."

"Curious as to how technology (as was addressed in overview somewhat) is negatively/positively affecting early childhood development. Also curious if socio-economic demographics in surveyed communities may impact results."

"This has been the best workshop I have been to, it's amazing that it is free. I always come away with something new to try at home"

"I loved everything! Knowledge is power and as a parent there is always room to improve."

"Playing at home makes them strong and healthy and full of energy. Communicating with them makes their brain healthy and maintain their memory."

"I feel more confident in finding early childhood supports in my community planning engaging activities for my family or the children I work with."

"Thank you for a fun time (with my children). Coming from a struggling (finances) parent, this was really nice treat to have a yummy free supper and spend time doing fun activities with my girls."

In addition to being a parent "I am also a high school teacher in the community. The importance of programs offered by the ECCA have lasting impact. Thank you for the work you do in our community."

Collective Impact

Circle of Influence

Coalitions have been instrumental in ensuring the early childhood lens is applied throughout the community by representing young children at such initiatives as End Poverty,

Coalition Development

Medicine Hat

Roving Gyms, began as an idea to increase physical health and well being during the winter months, was a response to both the 2014 and

Collaborative Planning

Central Peace

Central Peace encourages coalition members to refine skills in leadership and strategic planning. The coordinator attended board development sessions offered by Alberta Arts & Culture

Download our Report Back to Community

Click here

Early Childhood Coalitions of Alberta

Early Childhood Coalitions of Alberta (ECCA) is the provincial identity of nearly 100 active Coalitions across Alberta, supported by the team at Family and Community Supports Services Association of Alberta and the Government of Alberta.

Email: ecca@fcssaa.org

Voice of Community

After attending Coalition activities Participants reported...

What Participants are

Community Stories

Circle of Influence

Medicine Hat

Central Peace

Coalitions as of 2020

Download our Report Back to Community

Early Childhood Coalitions of Alberta

Find Your Coalition

ECCA 101

The EDI Program