Early Childhood Australia’s Advocacy
As the national peak body for early childhood, ECA is a regular, and trusted, contributor to the public policy debate on all matters affecting young children (birth to eight years) and their families. ECA’s individuals and services are members of State and Territory committees. Through our state and territory committees, we advocate on state government issues and enable strong advocacy levels at multiple levels. Read more >
ECA’s Advocacy
Find out how the national peak body for early childhood contributes to the public policy debate on all matters affecting young children and their families.
ECA Code of Ethics
The ECA Code of Ethics is a set of statements about appropriate and expected behaviour of early childhood professionals.
Early Learning Matters
A week-long celebration of the incredible journey of early learning and its profound impact on children and communities.
How to talk about ECEC
ECA has developed this guide to encourage the use of language that reflects the importance of the early years and the work of early childhood educators.
Submissions
ECA develops policies on early childhood education and care and advocate for the rights of children. This is achieved through the development of submissions in consultation with our membership and the broader early childhood sector.
Statements
ECA develops position statements for early childhood settings and advocates for the rights of children. We achieve this in consultation with our membership, the early childhood sector, subject matter experts and related organisations.
News and Media
Explore the latest media releases, announcements and news from ECA and subscribe to our e-newsletter to stay informed about our work and the early childhood sector.
Reconciliation
ECA recognises that connections with place and people are central to the wellbeing of children and families. Building relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples will bring about a positive change.
Through Different Eyes
A collection of resources, developed by Early Childhood Australia and NOFASD Australia, has been designed to help build educator knowledge, skills and understanding.
