The Virginia Education Association (VEA) is the largest professional organization for public school educators in Virginia, representing teachers, education support professionals, higher education faculty, and retired educators. Its mission is to unite members and communities to advocate for high-quality public education, professional excellence, and improved working and learning conditions in Virginia’s public schools.
VEA advocates for increased public education funding, competitive salaries and benefits for educators, collective bargaining rights, safe and inclusive school environments, reduced class sizes, student equity initiatives, and strong retirement and healthcare benefits for school employees.
Membership dues from educators and education support professionals
National Education Association (NEA), American Federation of Teachers (AFT) through state and local partnerships, and local Virginia education associations
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