activities · 2
what they do
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy for public education funding through legislative and ballot initiatives Ballot Measure & Legislative AdvocacySupported the passage of Prop 100, a temporary sales tax increase that raised $3 billion for education and public safety in Arizona.
- Legal advocacy to protect public school funding and employee benefits Public Education & Secular AdvocacyEngaged in litigation to defend public school funds, including winning a lawsuit in the Arizona State Supreme Court against the state's first voucher laws and another in Arizona Superior Court challenging legislative efforts to reduce public school employees' salaries through increased retirement contributions.
strategies · 4
how they think
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- Democratic member-driven governance democratic_member_governanceUses a democratic governance structure in which locally elected delegates shape organizational policy and elect leadership through the Delegate Assembly, ensuring accountability and representation.
- Legislative advocacy for public education funding and employee rights advocacyEngages in lobbying and advocacy to influence budget legislation and policies that support adequate public school funding and protect the rights of school employees.
- Member communication to strengthen engagement member_communication_and_engagementProduces a quarterly digital magazine to inform and engage members on education issues, legislative developments, and peer innovations, fostering a connected professional community.
- State affiliate model for coordinated advocacy state_affiliate_modelOperates as a state affiliate of the National Education Association to align advocacy efforts and member services with national standards while addressing state-specific education priorities.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
AEA Advocate
Quarterly digital magazine providing members with updates on education issues, legislative actions, member successes, and innovative programs in Arizona public schools
Legislative Update
Regular email alerts and advocacy communications that inform members about education policy changes and prompt action on legislation affecting students and school employees
REDforED
Grassroots movement and advocacy campaign that mobilized educators, parents, and community members to advocate for increased public education funding, culminating in a 2018 march on the Arizona Capitol
relationships · 3
who they work with
- National Education Association Network — State affiliate of the NEA
- National Education Association Network — State affiliate of the National Education Association (NEA)
- National Education Association Partner — State affiliate of the National Education Association, the nation's largest professional employee organization.