Making Outside Connections

The assignment this week was to make two connections with Early Childhood Professionals outside the country.  The first step was the obvious, Facebook.  However, I found that the search parameters are not that easily used for this project, and even when I was able to find someone I was pretty sure they wouldn't "friend" me without knowing me.  However, the search did lead me to the New Zealand College of Early Childhood Education.  Through there, I emailed a secretary to explain the assignment and see if he or she could recommend a professional of the college that could be my "pen pal".  I haven't gotten a response yet, and I hope that someone is working there through the summer.  My second attempt was through one of the links recommended by the professor.  I used the NAEYC link to get an email address for a Reverand in South Africa.  I emailed him as well, explaining the assignment and inquire if he was able to email me once a week or if he knew someone else that could.  I have not heard back from him either, but hope to make connections next week. 
Looking at the Early Childhood Organizations, I found the selection easy because of my current position and employer.  I am currently working for a Child Care Resource and Referral Agency and am familiar with NACCRRA's website.  I did want to be able to explore it further and the other great resources they have to offer to Early Childhood professionals and parents, not just to CCR&Rs.