The AFT is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their …

AFTThe AFT, an affiliate of the AFL-CIO, was founded in 1916 and today represents 1.8 million members in more than 3,000 local affiliates nationwide.

Our members are America’s educators, school and higher education staff, nurses, healthcare professionals and public employees. Together, we are rolling up our sleeves to help our …

The AFT is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their …

Do you work in:A preK-12 school system (public, private or charter)?An early childhood center (Head Start, child care center or family child care)?A college or university system?A local, …

On Nov. 6, the Department of Education proposed a new framework of professional degree programs—one that strips advanced degrees for nurses, physician assistants, physical …

Safeguard your retirement by insuring your future care needs. As a valued AFT member, you and your eligible family members have access to special discounts on long-term care insurance …

In addition, the AFT represents approximately 80,000 early childhood educators and nearly 250,000 retiree members. The American Federation of Teachers is a union of professionals …

11/20/25 Florida may scrap vaccine mandates, but educators warn of possible risks

Nurses, doctors and other health professionals converged for this year’s AFT Nurses and Health Professionals Professional Issues Conference in Chicago from June 11-13, determined to set …