activities · 47
what they do
direct service · 20
- Administers charitable assistance fund campaign Community Fundraising for Direct AidConducts an annual month-long fundraising campaign for the CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund, which provides support to members in need.
- CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund Fundraising Community Fundraising for Direct AidThe organization conducts an annual month-long campaign to raise funds for the CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund.
- Conducts annual fundraising campaign Community Fundraising for Direct AidRuns an annual month-long campaign to raise funds for the CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund, which supports members in need.
- Conducts union governance and operations Union Leadership Elections & RepresentationOversees statewide union operations through a Board of Directors composed of elected officers and Area Directors, ensuring organizational accountability and leadership.
- Delivers member benefits and services Member Support ServicesOffers training programs, scholarships, insurance, financial services, and free legal assistance to CSEA members across California.
- Delivers member benefits and support services Member Support ServicesOffers training programs, scholarships, insurance, financial services, and free legal assistance to CSEA members across California.
- Fund administration and charitable giving Community Fundraising for Direct AidConducts an annual month-long fundraising campaign for the CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund, which provides support to members in need.
- Fundraising for member assistance Community Fundraising for Direct AidConducts an annual month-long campaign to raise funds for the CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund, which supports members in need.
- Member Support Services Member Support ServicesThe organization provides training programs, scholarships, insurance, financial services, and free legal assistance to its members, and supports nearly 800 local chapters that advocate for members' voices in schools and colleges.
- Member benefits and support services Member Support ServicesOffers a range of services to members including training programs, scholarships, insurance, financial services, and free legal assistance to support professional and personal well-being.
- Member benefits and support services Member Support ServicesOffers training programs, scholarships, insurance, financial services, and free legal assistance to its members as part of a comprehensive support system.
- Oversees union governance and operations Union Leadership Elections & RepresentationManages union operations through a Board of Directors composed of statewide elected officers and 10 Area Directors, ensuring organizational accountability and leadership.
- Provides member benefits and services Member Support ServicesOffers training programs, scholarships, insurance, financial services, and free legal assistance to CSEA members.
- Support for classified employees in schools and community colleges Union Representation for School EmployeesProvides direct support to classified employees working in schools and community colleges across California, enabling their contributions to education through union representation and organizational infrastructure.
- Support for classified employees in schools and community colleges Union Representation for School EmployeesProvides direct support to schools and community colleges through the work of classified employees, who are represented and supported by the association in their roles.
- Supports classified employees in schools and community colleges Union Representation for School EmployeesProvides direct support to classified employees working in schools and community colleges across California, ensuring their roles are strengthened and represented.
- Supports classified employees in schools and community colleges Union Representation for School EmployeesProvides direct support to schools and community colleges through the work and representation of classified employees across California.
- Supports classified employees in schools and community colleges Union Representation for School EmployeesProvides direct support to classified school employees across California by advocating for their roles and contributions within educational institutions.
- Supports classified employees in schools and community colleges Union Representation for School EmployeesProvides direct support to classified employees working in schools and community colleges across California, ensuring their roles are integral to educational operations.
- Supports local chapter advocacy Local Chapter Network OperationsSupports nearly 800 local chapters that advocate for members' interests within schools and community colleges, amplifying employee voices at the local level.
advocacy · 11
- Advocacy for Classified School Employees Employee Benefits Advocacy for School StaffThe organization advocates for improved health insurance, sick leave, pension protection, and other employee benefits for classified school employees in California.
- Advocacy for employee benefits and working conditions Employee Benefits Advocacy for School StaffEngages in negotiations and advocacy to improve health insurance, sick leave, pensions, and other employment benefits for classified school employees.
- Advocates for employee benefits and retirement rights Retiree Benefit Protection AdvocacyConducts advocacy efforts to secure improved health insurance, sick leave, pension protection, and retirees' rights through the CSEA Retiree Unit.
- Advocates for employee benefits and retirement rights Retiree Benefit Protection AdvocacyEngages in advocacy to secure improved health insurance, sick leave, pension protection, and retirees' rights through the CSEA Retiree Unit.
- Advocates for retiree rights and pension protection Retiree Benefit Protection AdvocacyOperates the CSEA Retiree Unit to advocate for pension protection and retirees' rights, maintaining ongoing union engagement for retired members.
- Advocates for retirees' rights and pension protection Retiree Benefit Protection AdvocacyAdvocates for pension protection and retirees' rights through the CSEA Retiree Unit, which also maintains union engagement among retired members.
- Employee benefits advocacy Employee Benefits Advocacy for School StaffNegotiates for improved health insurance, sick leave, and other employment benefits on behalf of classified school employees.
- Negotiates employee benefits Employee Benefits Advocacy for School StaffEngages in negotiations to secure improved health insurance, sick leave, and other employment benefits for classified school employees.
- Negotiates employee benefits and working conditions Employee Benefits Advocacy for School StaffEngages in negotiations to secure improved health insurance, sick leave, and other employment benefits for classified school employees.
- Pension and retiree rights advocacy Retiree Benefit Protection AdvocacyAdvocates for pension protection and retirees' rights through the CSEA Retiree Unit, which also maintains union engagement among retired members.
- Retiree advocacy and engagement Retiree Benefit Protection AdvocacyOperates a Retiree Unit that advocates for pension protection and retirees' rights while maintaining ongoing union connection for retired classified employees.
capacity building · 16
- Builds organizational capacity through field and governance infrastructure Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates a statewide structure with 10 field offices, a governmental relations office in the State Capitol, 10 Areas, 100 Regions, and nearly 800 local Chapters to support democratic union governance and regional outreach.
- Democratic governance through local chapters Local Chapter Network OperationsMaintains democratic union governance through nearly 800 local chapters composed of member volunteers, organized across 10 Areas and 100 Regions.
- Hosts professional development and networking events Annual Professional Development ConferenceOrganizes an annual paraeducator conference to support professional growth and networking opportunities for members.
- Hosts professional development events Annual Professional Development ConferenceOrganizes an annual paraeducator conference to support professional development and networking for members.
- Hosts professional development events Annual Professional Development ConferenceOrganizes an annual paraeducator conference to support professional growth, training, and networking for members.
- Hosts professional development events for paraeducators Annual Professional Development ConferenceOrganizes an annual paraeducator conference focused on professional development, training, and networking opportunities for members.
- Maintains democratic member governance Local Chapter Network OperationsEnsures democratic governance through nearly 800 local chapters of member volunteers who participate in union decision-making and representation.
- Maintains statewide operational and governance infrastructure Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates a centralized headquarters in San Jose, 10 field offices, a state capitol governmental relations office, and a decentralized structure of 10 Areas, 100 Regions, and nearly 800 local chapters to support democratic union governance.
- Operates statewide infrastructure and governance structure Local Chapter Network OperationsMaintains a decentralized organizational structure with 10 Areas, 100 Regions, nearly 800 local Chapters, and democratic governance led by member volunteers and a Board of Directors.
- Operates statewide organizational infrastructure Local Chapter Network OperationsMaintains a statewide structure with 10 Areas, 100 Regions, and nearly 800 local Chapters, supported by 10 field offices and a headquarters in San Jose.
- Organizational Infrastructure and Governance Local Chapter Network OperationsThe organization maintains a statewide organizational structure with a headquarters office, 10 field offices, a governmental relations office, 10 Areas, 100 Regions, and nearly 800 local Chapters, overseen by a Board of Directors.
- Paraeducator Professional Development Annual Professional Development ConferenceThe organization hosts an annual paraeducator conference for professional development and networking.
- Professional development and networking events Annual Professional Development ConferenceHosts an annual paraeducator conference to support professional development and networking for members.
- Professional development and networking events Annual Professional Development ConferenceHosts an annual paraeducator conference focused on professional development, skill-building, and networking opportunities for members.
- Statewide organizational and field operations Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates a decentralized infrastructure with a headquarters in San Jose, 10 field offices across California, and a governmental relations office at the state capitol to support union activities and advocacy.
- Statewide organizational infrastructure Local Chapter Network OperationsOperates a decentralized organizational structure with 10 Areas, 100 Regions, and nearly 800 local Chapters, supported by a headquarters in San Jose, 10 field offices, and a governmental relations office at the state capitol.
strategies · 34
how they think
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- Advocacy to defend public education and working families defend_public_educationAdvocates at the policy level to protect access to quality public education and support working families by opposing harmful policies and promoting equitable solutions.
- Decentralized field-based advocacy and service structure decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelUses a decentralized operational model with regional field offices to support locally rooted chapters, combined with centralized advocacy through a dedicated state capitol presence to influence education and labor policy.
- Decentralized service and advocacy model decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelUses a decentralized operational structure with field offices across the state to support local chapters, while maintaining a dedicated governmental relations presence at the state capitol to effectively advocate on policy matters at both local and state levels.
- Decentralized service and advocacy model decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelOperates through a decentralized structure with field offices supporting local chapters, while maintaining a dedicated governmental relations presence at the state capitol to effectively advocate on policy matters affecting classified employees and public education.
- Decentralized service and advocacy model decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelOperates through a decentralized structure with field offices supporting local chapters across the state, while maintaining a dedicated governmental relations presence at the state capitol to effectively advocate on policy and legislative matters.
- Decentralized service and advocacy model decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelUses a decentralized operational structure with field offices across California to support local chapters, while maintaining a dedicated governmental relations presence at the state capitol to effectively advocate on policy and legislative matters.
- Decentralized service and advocacy model decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelOperates through a decentralized network of field offices and local chapters to provide localized support and services, while maintaining a centralized advocacy presence at the state capitol to influence education and labor policy.
- Decentralized service and advocacy model decentralized_service_and_advocacy_modelCombines local field office support for chapters with centralized governmental relations advocacy at the state capitol to effectively advance member interests through both grassroots engagement and policy influence.
- Defend public education and working families defend_public_educationAdvocates to protect access to quality public education by opposing harmful policies and supporting working families, aligning educational equity with employee advocacy.
- Defend public education and working families defend_public_educationAdvocates to protect public education and support working families by actively opposing policies that undermine access to quality public education and employee rights.
- Defend public education and working families defend_public_educationAdvocates against policies that undermine access to quality public education and supports working families through policy opposition and systemic advocacy.
- Defend public education and working families defend_public_educationAdvocates to protect public education and support working families by actively opposing policies that threaten access to quality public education and the well-being of school employees.
- Defend public education and working families defend_public_educationAdvocates to protect and strengthen public education and the interests of working families by opposing policies that undermine access to quality public education and employee rights.
- Democratic member-governed union model member-governed union modelOperates as a democratic, member-governed union where all decisions are made by the membership through elected and appointed leadership at all levels, ensuring grassroots control and member-led governance via a decentralized chapter structure.
- Democratic member-governed union model member-governed_union_modelOperates as a democratic, member-governed union where all decisions are made by the membership through elected and appointed leadership, ensuring union direction reflects the will of classified employees at every level.
- Democratic member-governed union model member-governed_union_modelThe union is democratically controlled by its members, with decision-making occurring at all levels through elected and appointed member leadership, ensuring that the organization remains member-driven and accountable.
- Democratic member-governed union model member-governed union modelThe union is democratically controlled by its members through elected and appointed leadership, with decision-making power exercised at all levels via a decentralized chapter structure and member-led governance.
- Democratic member-governed union model member-governed union modelThe union is democratically controlled by its members through elected and appointed leadership, with decision-making power exercised at all levels via a decentralized chapter structure and member volunteers, ensuring accountability and grassroots participation.
- Democratic member-governed union model member-governed_union_modelOperates as a democratic, member-led union where all decisions are made by members through elected leadership, volunteer participation, and a decentralized chapter structure that ensures grassroots control.
- Member committee engagement for policy and program development member_committee_participationActivates member representatives through 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and recommend actions on benefits, negotiations, and legislation, ensuring broad member input shapes union strategy.
- Member committee participation for policy development member_committee_participationEngages member representatives through 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and recommend actions on benefits, negotiations, and legislation, ensuring informed and member-driven union advocacy and decision-making.
- Member committee participation for policy development member_committee_participationEngages member representatives through 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and recommend actions on benefits, negotiations, legislation, and other priorities, institutionalizing member expertise in organizational decision-making.
- Member committee participation for policy development member_committee_participationEngages member representatives in 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and develop informed recommendations on benefits, negotiations, and legislation, ensuring member expertise shapes organizational action.
- Member committee participation for policy development member_committee_participationEngages member representatives through 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and develop informed recommendations on benefits, negotiations, and legislation, ensuring member expertise shapes union action.
- Member committee participation for policy development member_committee_participationEngages member representatives through 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and develop informed recommendations on benefits, negotiations, legislation, and other priorities, strengthening democratic input and expertise in advocacy.
- Member committee participation for policy development member_committee_participationEngages member representatives through 15 Standing Committees to study key issues and develop informed recommendations on benefits, negotiations, and legislation, strengthening democratic input and expertise in advocacy and decision-making.
- Member recognition to affirm employee value member_recognitionRecognizes and honors the achievements of classified school employees to affirm their contributions and reinforce their essential role in the education system.
- Member recognition to affirm employee value member_recognitionRecognizes and honors the achievements of classified employees as a core practice to affirm their contributions and reinforce their essential role in the education system.
- Member recognition to affirm employee value member_recognitionRecognizes and honors the achievements of classified employees to affirm their contributions and reinforce their essential role in the education system.
- Member recognition to affirm workforce value member_recognitionRecognizes and honors classified employees' achievements to affirm their professional value and strengthen member engagement.
- Member-governed democratic union model member-governed union modelOperates as a democratic, member-governed union where all decisions are made by the membership through elected and appointed leadership, ensuring that union direction and priorities are driven by classified employees themselves.
- Recognition of classified employee contributions member_recognitionEmphasizes recognizing and honoring the achievements of classified employees to affirm their professional value and strengthen workforce morale and engagement.
- Recognize member contributions member_recognitionValues and affirms classified employees by formally recognizing their achievements, reinforcing their importance within the education system and the union.
- Recognize member contributions to affirm value member_recognitionBelieves in recognizing and honoring the achievements of classified employees as a way to affirm their essential role in the education system and strengthen member engagement.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Annual Paraeducator Conference
Professional development and networking event for paraeducators, held annually to support training and advocacy.
CSEA Dorothy Bjork Assistance Fund
Provides financial assistance to CSEA members and retirees in times of emergency or hardship.
CSEA Retiree Unit
Represents retired classified employees, advocates for pension benefits and retirees' rights, and keeps retired members connected to the union.
Pre-Retirement Seminars
Offers educational sessions to help members prepare for retirement, including guidance on CalPERS and other benefits.
relationships · 21
who they work with
- Arcata School District Partner — The Area B Director works as an Instructional Aide in this district.
- CSEA Retiree Unit Coalition — Represents retired classified employees and advocates for pension benefits and retirees' rights within the CSEA structure.
- CSEA Retiree Unit Partner — Unit that allows retired members to maintain union benefits and stay connected to CSEA.
- CalPERS Government — CSEA member Troy Johnson was sworn in to the CalPERS Board of Administration.
- California Community College Chancellor’s Office Partner — Collaborates with CSEA to present awards to outstanding classified employees.
- California Department of Education Partner — Collaborates with CSEA to present awards to outstanding classified employees.
- Colton Joint Unified School District Partner — The Area F Director is a retired Nutrition Services Lead II for this district.
- Garvey Elementary School District Partner — The Area G Director works as a Senior Secretary in the Learning Support Services Department for this district.
- Hanford Joint Union High School District Partner — The Area E Director works as an Administrative Assistant for this district.
- Lompoc Unified School District Partner — The 2nd Vice President works as a Lead Custodian II for this district.
- Los Angeles Unified School District Partner — The 1st Vice President works as a Senior Financial Manager for this district.
- Orland Unified School District Partner — The Area A Director works as a Bus Driver, Custodian, and Gardener for this district.
- Palmdale Elementary School District Partner — The Area D Director works as an Accounting Technician for this district.
- Perris Union High School District Partner — The Association President works as a Campus Supervisor for this district.
- Perris Valley Chapter 469 Partner — The Association President served as President and Site Representative of this local chapter.
- Santa Ana Unified School District Partner — The Area H Director works as a Training Specialist for this district.
- State Capitol Government — Maintains a Governmental Relations office at the State Capitol to advocate for members.
- Sweetwater Union High School District Partner — The Area K Director works as a Senior Administrative Assistant for this district.
- Templeton Unified School District Partner — The Area I Director works as a Lead Maintenance Worker for this district.
- Upland Unified School District Partner — The Association Secretary works as a Warehouse Assistant for this district.
- Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint Unified School District Partner — The Past President is a retired Lead Custodian for this district.