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Member Organizing

It's the U and I in UNION that keeps our union strong and makes sure our voices are heard!
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When is the right time to organize?

Right now! At its core, organizing is people coming together to collectively create the change they want to achieve, joining together to work toward common goals. This is what we do together as a union all the time.

Because we can and should work together to make change and grow our union all year, NEARI has a framework that gives key strategies to implement during the four seasons of a typical school year.

Members-Only Organizing Resources

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Have Transformational Organizing Conversations

This guide will help you start recruitment conversations and connect with fellow and potential members.
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Talk about Unions

Looking for a way to start the conversation around membership?
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Talk About Pensions

Share our conversation starters to help potential and existing members understand pensions.
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Talk About Health Care

Learn how to talk about health care benefits with current and potential members.
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Member Organizing Resources

The best time to organize is always now! That’s why our union has members-only resources available exclusively for NEARI members to come together, build power, and create change.
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A labor union and professional organization.

Our Association is a remarkable blend of union and professional organization, with a proud history of serving Rhode Island. Since its inception in 1845, our members have been at the center of every struggle to advance the finest of American dreams: the promise of a quality public education for every child. One in every 100 Rhode Islanders is a member - chances are, you know us already!