About the NTI

 

ZERO TO THREE is a national nonprofit organization that informs, trains and supports professionals, policymakers and parents in their efforts to improve the lives of infants and toddlers.

 

Our mission is to promote the health and development of infants and toddlers. We achieve this by translating research and knowledge—specifically information about the kinds of early experiences that help children thrive—into a range of practical tools and resources for use by the adults who influence the lives of young children.
 

Every year, ZERO TO THREE provides an unparalleled opportunity for professionals to enhance their knowledge about early childhood development through our National Training Institute (NTI). The NTI will offer new opportunities to network with colleagues and leaders in our field. Interactive and thought provoking sessions have been carefully planned to enrich your knowledge and inform your practice.

 

Don’t miss the many opportunities to:

• Learn from industry leaders

• Network with professionals in the field

• Share ideas and knowledge

• Grow personally and professionally

• And…make a difference!

Topics that will be featured include:

• Using the latest brain development research in your program

• Understanding and responding to challenging behavior

• Helping young children and families cope with trauma

• Supporting families in the economic downturn

• Building reflective practices into your program

To see what happened at last year’s event, view our 2008 conference program. 2009 program information is coming soon! Sign up here to receive conference-related updates or see our Program Information page.

 

The NTI is designed for experienced professionals whose roles span the infant/family field. This year’s expanded agenda delivers high-level sessions, cutting-edge research, and best-practice strategies. New opportunities to meet and network with professionals in mental health, early intervention, early care and education, child welfare, family support, social services and healthcare are planned.