{"id":20683,"date":"2023-07-27T11:44:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-27T11:44:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prnasia.com\/story\/archive\/4168523_AE68523_0"},"modified":"2023-07-27T11:44:00","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T11:44:00","slug":"tanoto-foundation-collaborates-with-asia-philanthropy-circle-on-groundbreaking-study-on-early-childhood-development-across-asia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/transmediavictoria.net.au\/?p=20683","title":{"rendered":"Tanoto Foundation Collaborates with Asia Philanthropy Circle on Groundbreaking Study on Early Childhood Development across Asia"},"content":{"rendered":"

Research is most comprehensive mapping to date of parenting and early childhood programmes <\/i>across China<\/span>, Singapore<\/span>, Indonesia<\/span> and the Philippines<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

SINGAPORE<\/span><\/span>, July 27, 2023<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ — Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) released the results of its Regional Early Childhood Development (ECD) Landscape Study. The study is the first of its kind and is the most comprehensive mapping to date of parenting and early childhood programmes across Asia<\/span>, with a particular focus on China<\/span>, Singapore<\/span>, Indonesia<\/span> and the Philippines<\/span>.<\/p>\n

The study was conducted by the Centre for Evidence and Implementation (CEI) and supported by Tanoto Foundation and other APC members and philanthropists in the region. Tanoto Foundation is an independent philanthropic organisation. Founded in 1981 by Sukanto Tanoto<\/span> and Tinah Bingei Tanoto, Tanoto Foundation is anchored on the belief that everyone has the right to realise his or her full potential. <\/p>\n

The findings of the study show that across all four countries, there has been a clear increase in government commitment to provide holistic support to children, families, and communities. This is evidenced by existing policies and legislation, as well as significant investments into healthcare and early education. However, the study also indicates that, while national policies exist, there are significant challenges to their local implementation, including the lack of sustainable financing, capacity, and knowledge in the sector, as well as other socio-economic and cultural barriers.<\/p>\n

Belinda Tanoto<\/span>, Member of the Board of Trustees, Tanoto Foundation said: “Early childhood is a crucial time for development that will have far-reaching impacts later in life. We are funding this research to better understand the needs of ECD systems in these countries. The objectives of this research are aligned with our own efforts to catalyse support for initiatives that promote quality early childhood development across the region.”<\/p>\n

Tanoto Foundation was the first organisation to approach APC to propose a regional study to better understand the gaps and identify potential areas for collaboration in the ECD area.<\/p>\n

“Philanthropists across the region, including many of APC’s members, are already doing so much work around early childhood, but understanding the landscape enables everyone to be more strategic in their programming,” said Stacey Choe<\/span>, Chief Operating Officer, Asia Philanthropy Circle. “This research helps the philanthropy sector drill down on what’s not being addressed, and find areas where we can work together to create greater impact.”<\/p>\n

Part of the study’s aim is to guide donors, service providers, government agencies, and other key stakeholders towards these gaps that require further intervention, and to provide recommendations where sectors could collaborate to strengthen and improve outcomes in the region.<\/p>\n

“Without a clear understanding of the current situation across a country or region, stakeholders often work in fragmented or disjointed ways, doubling efforts or investing in programmes that do not best meet the needs of the population,” said Dr. Gayatri Kembhavi-Tam<\/span>, Associate Director, CEI, who led the study.<\/p>\n

Early childhood development lays the foundation for a child’s physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being, and is a strong predictor of long-term development. Recent evidence shows that giving children the best start in life requires access to comprehensive programmes and services between birth and six years that address their health and developmental needs, including early education. Some of the common gaps across the region that have emerged that require further attention include:<\/p>\n