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Pam Farrell: Championing the Arts and Her Members

Pam says of AFSA, "As soon as we met the team, we knew we had found a home. They have been so instrumental as a resource and a feeling that we are not alone. As AFSA 151, we are part of a larger union family, and that means a lot when you are doing this work.”

NYC Council to Take Up AFSA’s Call for National School Safety Task Force

Resolution to be introduced Sept. 10 calls on Congress and the President to act as new research highlights threats facing school leaders responsible for keeping students and staff safe.

New Study: Transgender and Nonbinary Students Face Discrimination at School, While Supportive Educators Help Them Thrive

Among the most significant findings, 56% of transgender, nonbinary and gender-expansive, or TGE, students surveyed by The Trevor Project said their school had at least one discriminatory policy or practice targeting LGBTQ+ students.

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten Delivers Keynote Speech at AFSA Convention

"Our power never comes from our positions. It is our moral authority that guides us."

AFL-CIO’s Redmond Motivates AFSA Delegates to Action

Redmond emphasized the advantage of unions and working to grow the movement.

AFSA President Ernest Logan Kicks Off AFSA Convention

“I was born an advocate and an activist and I’ll die an advocate and activist.”

AFSA Kicks Off Its 16th Triennial Constitutional Convention

“I love the enthusiasm and passion for education from everyone here,” said Dr. Nia Woods Haydel. “They all want the best for their staff and students, and it’s rejuvenating how excited everyone is.”

Engage Every Student Initiative

The Initiative will help communities utilize American Rescue Plan funds alongside other state and local funds to ensure every child who wants a spot in a high-quality out-of-school time (OST) program has one.

Elections Have Consequences

Elections have consequences. All you have to do is utter three words: “The Supreme Court.