men in early years meeting notes 130327
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7/28/2019 Men in Early Years Meeting Notes 130327
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Men in Early YearsMen in Early YearsMen in Early YearsSouthampton Area GroupSouthampton Area GroupSouthampton Area Group
Notes from first meeting, Wed 27th March 2013There were 7 (all male) attendees at the meeting. The general mood was verysupportive and positive. Firstly it was agreed that it is actually worth continuingwith a group, to set meeting dates monthly initially and to alternate the day ofthe week - Wed & Thu.
City College is a good venue for everyone and 7pm is a good time.Amongst other things, it was decided that we would like to be involved in
Promoting the benefits of a career in Early Years to men/boys. We discussedopportunities to work with schools, colleges and universities and supportingcareers events.
Supporting one another through the set up and maintenance of a local net-work, the discussion of any work related issues and challenges.
Encouraging and supporting individuals and settings though mentoring.
Working to positively influence general opinions on the benefits of men work-ing in Early Years.
Developing / collecting publicity materials personal stories etc.
We discussed the possibility of producing a promotional DVD showcasing maleworkers positive personal stories.
We talked about the possibilities of using social media facebook, twitter and/or a website to promote activities.
Next Meeting:Next Meeting:Next Meeting: 7pm Thursday 25th April 20137pm Thursday 25th April 20137pm Thursday 25th April 2013atatat City College, Chapel Road, Southampton SO14 5GLCity College, Chapel Road, Southampton SO14 5GLCity College, Chapel Road, Southampton SO14 5GL
(meet at reception)(meet at reception)(meet at reception)For more information, contact :For more information, contact :For more information, contact :
David WrightDavid WrightDavid Wright Paint Pots NurseriesPaint Pots NurseriesPaint Pots Nurseries [email protected]@[email protected]
Gary CrawfordGary CrawfordGary Crawford
City CollegeCity CollegeCity College
[email protected]@southamptongary.crawford@southampton---city.ac.ukcity.ac.ukcity.ac.uk