<p><strong>The Transformational Empowerment and Rural Integration in Africa (TERIA) Foundation is excited to announce the call for entries for the 5th Africa Early Childhood Education Awards (AECEA).</strong></p>
<p>This prestigious award recognizes the dedication and contributions of early childhood practitioners and stakeholders who have made a significant impact in the sector.</p>
<p>Eligible applicants must have a minimum of two years of experience in early childhood education and can apply for any of the following categories:</p>
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<h5>Award Categories:</h5>
<ol>
<li>Educator of the Year (Female)</li>
<li>Educator of the Year (Male)</li>
<li>Assistant of the Year</li>
<li>Early Childhood Development Centre of the Year</li>
<li>School Manager of the Year</li>
<li>Proprietress of the Year</li>
<li>Proprietor of the Year</li>
<li>Caregiver of the Year</li>
<li>Nursery Facilitator of the Year</li>
<li>KG Facilitator of the Year</li>
<li>Best Facilitator (Lower Primary)</li>
<li>Best Facilitator (Upper Primary)</li>
<li>Outstanding Educator of the Year</li>
<li>NGO of the Year</li>
<li>Best Centre for Disability</li>
<li>Media House of the Year</li>
<li>Parent of the Year Award</li>
<li>Author of the Year</li>
<li>Best School Cook of the Year</li>
<li>Lifetime Achievement Award</li>
</ol>
<p>The AECEA ceremony will take place on November 22, 2025, under the theme: &#8220;Discovering Gifts and Talents in Early Years: Our Roles as Stakeholders.&#8221;</p>
<h5>Important Dates:</h5>
<p>&#8211; Submission Period: January to July 2025</p>
<p>&#8211; Entry Deadline: July 2, 2025, at 17:00 GMT</p>
<p>&#8211; Finalist Announcement: November 2025</p>
<p>Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their entries via email at teriafoundation1@gmail.com or contact us at +233244759002 or +233207046422 for more information.</p>
<p>Join us in celebrating the remarkable efforts of those dedicated to early childhood education!</p>