Skip Navigation
Learn more about the parents and activists who are taking action for students and public schools.

Take Action Sign up to learn how to become a Community Ally

Community Allies are official members of the nation’s largest union, designed specifically for the parents, families, and individuals who want to advocate for public school students and educators.

Section with embed

Community Allies are the families and friends of our public schools who believe that every student in America deserves a quality education, no matter where they live. With your Community Ally membership, you'll receive: 

  • Access to the NEA Today magazine for members 

  • Members-only invitations to NEA activities that build support for public education, educators, and racial and social justice in education 

  • Access to official NEA recommendations for public offices. 

  • Community Ally access to the NEA Discount Marketplace. You will earn cash back when you shop and save on brand-name merchandise from over 2,500 top retailers, online stores, and local restaurants, and more.  

Section with embed

National Education Association logo

Great public schools for every student

The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities across the United States.