Men in Early Childhood UK (MiECUK): A National Network for Men in Early
Childhood

Throughout England there are many local initiatives promoting the equipment
and retention of men, especially within the child care sector. Men in Early
Childhood England has been established to support and encourage these
initiatives both within England and internationally through links with other
men in early childhood groups.

In line with these groups we aim to support and mentor men in all early
childhood sectors and those in training through:

Networking with other men working in early years services

Promotion of the role of men as carers and educators of children

The collection and promotion of research in relation to men in early
childhood care and education.

Advocating on behalf of men involved within all early years sectors within
England.
Lobbying for initiatives to increase numbers of men working with children in
all early years sectors.

MiECE is currently working towards a national summit for men who work in
early childhood within England in early 2010.

Any one who is interested in MiECE can contact me at the following e-mail
address r.j.harty@uel.ac.uk

Richard Harty
Convener MiECE