NEA’s 2026 Conference on Social and Racial Justice offered educators hope, healing, and new strategies for advancing justice in their schools and communities.
From paid student teaching and educator diversity to licensure reform and student placements, future teachers are organizing now to shape the profession they’re preparing to enter.
In an unprecedented move, NEA RA delegates devote almost one full day to equip themselves with the tools and resources to protect public education at home.
The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.