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Julius Thomas: It's All About Social Justice
Julius Thomas, a professor in counseling at Rio Hondo College, connects with NEA members across the country to work towards social justice.
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Karen Reyes: Why I Believe in Social Justice Unionism
Karen Reyes came out as undocumented to stand with the families in her school community. Since then, she has advocated alongside NEA to fight racism and anti-immigrant sentiment.
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Erica Avent: From Mentee to Mentor with NEA
Erica Avent, an intervention coordinator in Oxford, Mississippi, first heard about NEA when she was in college. Since then, she has connected with fellow members, went through a leadership training program, and become a mentor for other educators.
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Edwin Camarino Monarrez: The Work is Not Theoretical
Edwin Camarino Monarrez, a special education teacher in Carol Stream, Illinois, shares how he works with NEA to connect with other teachers and inspire a movement for positive change.
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Alejandra Guerrero Morales: Finding My Voice with NEA
Alejandra Guerrero Morales, a special education teacher in Salem, Oregon, shares how NEA helps her to speak up for her students and their families.
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Lawrence Brinson: How I Learned to Advocate
Lawrence Brinson, a High School Social Studies Teacher in Charlotte, North Carolina, started engaging with NEA for professional development and became an education advocate.
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