activities · 15
what they do
direct service · 10
- Organizing Chapter Meetings for Retired Educators Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingHosts regular in-person and virtual chapter meetings for retired education professionals across 9 chapters in Arizona, providing opportunities for members to socialize, discuss issues, learn from guest speakers, and receive updates on ASRS and legislative matters affecting retirement. Meetings are held monthly from August through May or on specific dates throughout the year, often including lunch.
- Organizing Chapter Meetings for Retired Educators Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingHosts regular in-person and virtual chapter meetings for retired education professionals across 9 chapters in Arizona, providing opportunities for socialization, discussion of issues, and learning from guest speakers. Meetings often include updates on the ASRS pension system and legislative issues affecting retirement.
- Organizing Chapter Meetings for Retired Educators Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingHosts regular in-person and virtual chapter meetings across 9 chapters in Arizona for retired education professionals, providing opportunities for socialization, discussion of issues, and learning from guest speakers. These meetings often include updates on the ASRS pension system and legislative issues affecting retirement.
- Providing 403b Savings Plan Information Retirement Planning & Savings SupportOffers information and support to members for enrolling in a 403b savings plan to supplement their retirement income.
- Providing ASRS Information and Support Retirement Planning & Savings SupportOffers resources and direct support to members regarding the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), including a guidebook and email assistance for ASRS-related questions.
- Providing Retirement Information and Support Retirement Planning & Savings SupportOffers resources and support to members regarding retirement, including an ASRS guidebook, email support for ASRS-related questions, and information on enrolling in 403b savings plans to supplement retirement income. The organization also provides updates on the ASRS pension system.
- Providing Retirement Information and Support Retirement Planning & Savings SupportOffers resources and support to members regarding retirement, including an ASRS guidebook, email support for ASRS-related questions, and information on enrolling in 403b savings plans to supplement retirement income.
- Publishing Member Communications Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes "The Conduit," an award-winning quarterly printed publication, to provide news, reports, and information to its retired members.
- Publishing Member Communications Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes "The Conduit," an award-winning quarterly printed publication that provides news, reports, and information relevant to its retired members.
- Publishing Member Communications Member Newsletter & Magazine DistributionPublishes "The Conduit," an award-winning quarterly printed publication that provides news, reports, and information to its retired members.
advocacy · 3
- Advocacy for Education and Retirement IssuesEngages in legislative advocacy by participating in activities at the Arizona Capitol, hosting "Advocacy Days," and providing members with calls to action and information on political activity impacting education and retirement at state and national levels.
- Advocacy for Retired Educators State-Level Professional AdvocacyEngages in legislative advocacy by participating in activities at the Capitol, hosting "Advocacy Days," and providing updates on political activity impacting education. The organization also sends out calls to action and teaches advocacy to its members.
- Advocacy for Retired Educators' Interests State-Level Professional AdvocacyEngages in legislative activities and advocacy at the Arizona Capitol, including hosting "Advocacy Days," to influence policy and provide updates on the impact of political activity on education and retirement issues. The organization also sends out calls to action and teaches advocacy to its members.
capacity building · 2
- Intergenerational Mentoring Program Youth Mentoring ProgramsOperates an Intergenerational Mentoring program in Arizona, pairing retired educators with AEA Student Program members and first-year student teachers to foster professional development and support.
- Intergenerational Mentoring Program Youth Mentoring ProgramsOperates an Intergenerational Mentoring program in Arizona, which pairs retired educators with AEA Student Program members and first-year student teachers to provide guidance and support.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Advocacy for Public Education and Retirement Security political_advocacyThe organization advocates for public education and the protection of defined benefit pension plans for public employees, believing that all students deserve a high-quality education and that secure retirement is essential for educators.
- Advocacy for Public Education and Retirement Security advocacy_and_ambassadorshipThe organization advocates for the protection of public education and defined benefit pension plans for public employees, believing that all students deserve a high-quality education and that secure retirement is essential. This includes engaging in political advocacy, providing resources to the public and media, and empowering retired educators to serve as ambassadors for the profession.
- Advocacy for Public Education and Retirement Security political_advocacyThe organization advocates for the protection of public education and defined benefit pension plans for public employees, believing that all students deserve a high-quality education and that secure retirement is essential. This includes engaging in political advocacy, providing resources to the public and media, and empowering retired educators to serve as ambassadors.
- Affiliate Membership Model for Broader Impact affiliate_membership_modelThe organization utilizes a dual membership model that automatically affiliates its members with the Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans. This strategy aims to broaden its reach and impact by connecting members to a larger network focused on retired Americans' issues.
- Information Dissemination and Direct Member Support member_education_and_supportThe organization educates and supports its members by providing comprehensive information on topics such as the ASRS pension system, healthcare, and legislative updates. This is achieved through guidebooks, guest speakers, and direct individual support via email for specific inquiries.
- Information Dissemination and Direct Member Support information_and_supportThe organization provides members with crucial information on topics such as healthcare, legislative updates, and retirement options, particularly regarding the ASRS pension system. This is achieved through guidebooks, guest speakers, and direct individual support via email, ensuring members are well-informed and supported in navigating their retirement.
- Information Dissemination and Member Support member_education_and_supportThe organization educates and supports its members by providing information on topics such as healthcare, legislative updates, retirement options, and the ASRS pension system, offering direct individual assistance and featuring guest speakers on relevant issues.
- Intergenerational Mentoring and Educator Ambassadorship intergenerational_mentoringThe organization leverages the experience of retired educators through intergenerational programs to mentor new and student teachers, providing leadership and solutions, and encourages retired educators to serve as ambassadors for the teaching profession and public education.
- Intergenerational Mentoring and Leadership Development intergenerational_mentoringThe organization leverages the experience of retired educators through intergenerational programs to provide leadership and solutions to current educators and support professionals. This includes mentoring new and student teachers to facilitate their transition into the profession.
- Intergenerational Mentoring and Professional Development intergenerational_mentoringThe organization leverages the experience of retired educators through intergenerational programs to provide leadership and solutions to current educators and support professionals. This includes mentoring new and student teachers to facilitate their transition into the profession, thereby strengthening the educational workforce.
- Member Engagement and Community Building community_buildingThe organization fosters a sense of community and engagement among retired education professionals through regular in-person gatherings, social events, and a warm, casual meeting environment, providing opportunities for conversation, camaraderie, and association updates.
- Member Engagement and Community Building community_building_and_social_engagementThe organization fosters a sense of community and engagement among retired education professionals through regular in-person gatherings, social events, and a warm, open meeting environment. This approach combines informational programming with opportunities for conversation, camaraderie, and sharing, aiming to support members both intellectually and socially.
- Member Engagement and Community Building community_buildingThe organization fosters a sense of community and engagement among retired education professionals through regular in-person gatherings, social events, and a warm, open meeting environment. This approach combines informational programming with opportunities for conversation, camaraderie, and sharing.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Advocacy and Legislative Action
Engages in policy advocacy on behalf of retired educators and public education in Arizona, including legislative monitoring and action alerts
Annual Meeting
Hosts an annual meeting for members to conduct organizational business, share updates, and connect
The Conduit
Quarterly printed publication providing news, reports, and information for AEA-Retired members
relationships · 15
who they work with
- AEA Partner — Supports the aims and achievements of AEA.
- AEA Southern Office Partner — Provides meeting space for the Tucson Chapter.
- Arizona Alliance for Retired Americans Partner — Shares membership with AEA-Retired through a joint affiliation structure.
- Arizona Retirement Security Coalition Coalition — Listed as associated with the Arizona Retirement Security Coalition, indicating coalition participation.
- Arizona Retirement Security Coalition Partner — Partner organization, as indicated by a linked logo.
- Arizona Retirement Security Coalition Partner — Valued partner linked through Action Network.
- Citizens for an Ethical & Balanced Legislature (CEBL) Partner — Partner organization, as indicated by a linked logo.
- Dr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz Partner — Guest speaker at a chapter meeting, identified as a candidate for AZ Superintendent for Public Instruction.
- Elaine's Dining Room Partner — Provides lunch for the organization's meetings.
- IHOP Partner — Meets at the IHOP on 83rd Ave & Bell Road.
- Manda Lé Restaurant at Canyon de Flores Partner — Host venue for chapter meetings in Southeast Sierra Vista.
- TEA Office Partner — Provides meeting space for the Tucson Chapter.
- The Alliance for Retired Americans Coalition — Member of a national coalition.
- The Beatitudes Campus Partner — Serves as the location for the organization's meetings.
- The Public Pension Coalition Coalition — Member of a national coalition.