Résumé
The proceedings presented in this publication constitute a selection of presentations at the Colloquium on Collaborative Initiatives in Early Childhood, which was held in Montpellier, France in October 2021. They highlight a variety of topics related to the overall conference focus. Contributions come from academics working in Switzerland, Lithuania, Italy, Norway, Serbia, France and Bosnia-Herzegovina. The first issue of the LIRDEF Journal in Numerev examines (with a deliberately short format) the ways in which these collaborations take shape in different regions of Europe. In addition, there are two case studies from stakeholders in the field of early childhood studies who describe, through concrete examples, some local initiatives, namely the "Conseil de crèche" and the "Café des Parents®”. These two case studies showcase potential examples of successful programs that provide long-term support for young children through multiple transitions that take place during early childhood.