Educators from across the nation come together in Orlando to set goals and priorities for the upcoming year—and demand an end to book bans and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community.
"As union members and leaders, we have the power to fight for the professional respect that all educators want and deserve,” says the Illinois education support professional.
Vice President Harris gave high praise to educators for their commitment to students and social justice, and offered reasons for hope despite the obstacles they face.
"Because of your commitment, brighter days are on the horizon," says Ohio history teacher Kurt Russell in his address to educators at NEA's Representative Assembly.
Educators fuel the fight for freedom—and their importance has never been more evident and urgent, NEA Executive Director Kim Anderson said before the NEA Representative Assembly on Monday.