The early years: building the foundation for child well-being

SOURCE: HSRC Review
OUTPUT TYPE: Journal Article
PUBLICATION YEAR: 2008
TITLE AUTHOR(S): L.Biersteker
KEYWORDS: EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT (ECD), GOVERNMENT PERFORMANCE, WELL-BEING (HEALTH)
Web link: http://www.hsrc.ac.za/en/review/june-2008/early-years
Intranet: HSRC Library: shelf number 5397
HANDLE: 20.500.11910/5289
URI: http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11910/5289

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Abstract

Compelling research evidence shows that early childhood development (ECD) services is a critical area for government intervention. Different kinds of ECD services are a key intervention in support of young children's rights to survival, development, protection and full participation in society, reports Linda Biersteker.