The mission of NCUEA is to promote and advance quality public education in urban schools by empowering and supporting local associations, leaders, and members. In carrying out this mission, NCUEA focuses on the following areas:
- United voice for urban education
- Promotion of and advocacy for local associations
- Partnership with NEA
- Partnerships with education-focused organizations
- Training for local urban leaders
- Human and civil rights for all
- Celebration of diversity
- Communication among local associations
- Staff/Leadership relationships
- Quality working conditions
Apply: NEA - NCUEA Urban Grant
Funding can be used to support your local's efforts to increase membership and build its power by identifying issues, strengthening worksite leader systems and structures, and implementing organizing campaigns.
Registration Open: 2024 NCUEA Summer Meeting
June 28 – July 1, 2024
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn’s Landing
At NCUEA Summer Meeting we are strengthening relationships across member locals, organizing for action, and learning together! Join us in the vibrant city of Philadelphia for NCUEA’s 2024 Summer Meeting: ‘Empowering Minds, Preserving Democracy: The Vital Role of Public Education.’ Our program features a diverse range of topics and sessions, from advocating for public education during challenging times to understanding the indispensable role of education in preserving democracy. We extend a warm invitation to local leaders and members to join us in helping chart the course forward.
For those new to NCUEA, the 2024 Summer Meeting serves as a unique platform for local affiliates to unite and address critical issues in education and our local unions.
NCUEA CONFERENCES
Year | Fall Conference Location | Fall Conference Dates | Summer Conference Location | Summer Conference dates |
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2023-24 | Central Region: New Orleans, LA | Nov 29-Dec. 2, 2023 | East Region: Philadelphia, PA | June 28-July 1 |
2024-25 | East Region: Charleston, SC | Dec. 4-7, 2024 | Pacific Region: Portland, OR | June 27-30 |
2025-26 | Pacific Region: Honolulu, HI | Dec. 3-6, 2025 | Mountain Region: Denver, CO | June 28-July 1 |
2026-27 | Mountain Region: TBD | Dec. 2-5, 2026 | Central Region: Indianapolis, IN | June 26-29 |
2027-28 | Central Region: TBD | Dec. 1-4, 2027 | East Region: Washington, DC | June 26-29 |
2028-29 | East Region: TBD | Nov. 29-Dec. 2, 2028 | Central Region: Kansas City, MO | June 26-29 |