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ESP Conference

The NEA ESP National Conference is the premier professional development opportunity for education support professionals across the nation.

The purpose of the NEA ESP National conference to grow and strengthen the professional excellence of ESP members working in Pre-K to Higher-Ed through Association-convened, educator-led, and student-centered learning experiences. With multiple interactive workshops to choose from over the course of three days, participants enhance their knowledge and skills to advocate for students and educators, champion racial and social justice, build community relationships, strengthen and grow membership, and sustain stronger local associations, helping members excel in their careers and positively impact student success.  

Save the date for the 2022 NEA ESP National Conference

March 25-27, 2022
New Orleans Marriott
555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, 70130    

Call for presenters!

The ESP Conference team invites you to submit a conference session proposal for the 2022 ESP Conference. The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday, December 3, 2021. 

Learn more and Submit a Proposal

Questions?

Contact us at espconference@nea.org

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I love this conference and the spirit it brings as well as the unity that comes with being in a room filled with education support professionals.
Quote by: Elizabeth Ward-Robertson, WA
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