Supporting you to deliver quality early education

What does it truly mean to create culturally responsive professional development that strengthens and sustains First Nations educators?

CELA’s Cultural Advisor Lisa Walker shares her perspective on why these opportunities are essential for identity, connection, and practice across our sector, and the types of learning that can really benefit Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander early education professionals.

Gabby Millgate is best known for delivering one of Australian cinema's most famous lines in Muriel's Wedding, but her latest role is arguably even more transformative. Discover how a life-changing encounter in the Pilbara led her to become the Nature Pedagogy Leader at CELA member Woden Valley ELC, empowering children and educators to get their hands dirty, while continuing the climate conversation. 

CELA CEO Michele Carnegie appeared before the NSW Legislative Council inquiry into the early childhood education and care (ECEC) sector to call for urgent and effective reforms. 

Find out what CELA is recommending to government and how these reforms could help create a safer, stronger ECEC sector.