February 17th | Together We Launch ECOS

Join us as we open a new chapter of collaboration for every child.

This inaugural event marks an important moment of unity. It brings together all ECD actors to reflect on what becomes possible when we learn together and act together.

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The 90-minute live virtual forum will introduce ECOS’ vision, mission, and pillars of work, and feature an inspiring program:

Opening reflections on why we are stronger together across borders, disciplines, and sectors.
Keynote conversation exploring how shared learning drives better policies, stronger services, and greater equity for young children.
Panel discussion with leading voices from practice, research, policy, and regional networks on how learning and collaboration can transform ECD systems.
Launch moment, convening to co-create a dynamic space for connection, knowledge exchange, and co-creation.

Liana Ghent, ISSA, the Netherlands

Joan Lombardi, Stanford Center on Early Childhood and Georgetown Collaborative on Global Children's Issues, USA

Hasina Ebrahim, University of South Africa

Sarah Klaus, Georgetown University and OneSky, UK

Ariel Fiszbein, Georgetown Americas Institute, USA

Juan Larranaga, Minderoo Foundation, Australia

Elizabeth Lule, ECDAN, USA

Emily Vargas Baron, RISE Institute, USA Panelists:

Eva Deak, Partners Hungary Foundation, Hungary.

Hiro Yoshikawa, NYU Steinhardt, USA

Brigita Mark, Ministry of Education, Slovenia

Evelyn Santiago, ARNEC, The Philippines

Mihaela Ionescu, ISSA, the Netherlands

Absolutely everyone who touches the lives of young children. And anyone else who is curious.

Join us as we open a new chapter of collective commitment, shared purpose, and united action. For every child.

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February 17th | Together We Launch ECOS

Tuesday February 17, 2026

14h CET

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