National Education Association (Aspiring Educators Program)
The National Education Association Aspiring Educators Program empowers future educators to lead in their schools and communities.
What They Do
The National Education Association (NEA) is the nation's largest professional organization and labor union for educators, with nearly 3 million members. The Aspiring Educators Program engages college students in advocacy, networking, and professional development to build a pipeline of committed, equity-minded teachers who understand the power of collective action and union involvement in transforming public education.
Where Howard Fits
Howard students interested in teacher organizing, advocacy, and structural change in education will connect with a national network of young educators. The Aspiring Educators Program at NEA provides pathways to understand how collective bargaining, policy advocacy, and union partnerships shape teaching conditions and school equity.
Why Talk to Them
Talk to NEA if you believe education is political, want to understand how unions fight for both educators and students, and see yourself organizing within schools or in education policy. It's a strong fit if you're interested in broader systemic change and solidarity with the teaching profession.
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