The American Federation of Teachers is a union of professionals that champions fairness; democracy; economic opportunity; and high-quality public education, healthcare and public services for our students, their families and our communities. We are committed to advancing these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining and political activism, and especially through the work our members do.

Education

Health Care

Politics

AFT's headquarters in Washington, DC, United States

Randi Weingarten

Kelly Nedrow (Trautner)

John Abraham

This department focuses on developing and implementing policies and programs to ensure health and safety standards are met in educational settings.

Health and Safety

This department focuses on managing communication strategies and outreach initiatives to engage stakeholders and the public.

Communications and Outreach

This department engages with national representatives to influence policy and advocate for organizational interests.

Government Relations

The Research and Strategic Initiatives Team at AFT focuses on conducting comprehensive research and analysis to support the union's advocacy and policy development. They work on strategic campaigns to advance economic security, high-quality public services, and educational opportunities. The team collaborates with stakeholders to inform and drive initiatives that align with AFT’s mission of promoting fairness, democracy, and community engagement.

Research and Strategic Initiatives Team

This department provides support and administrative services across various functions within the organization.

Administrative Services

The Communications and Media team at AFT develops and implements strategic communications to support the union's mission, including crafting compelling narratives, managing media relations, producing content, and coordinating public messaging on key issues like education, healthcare, and public services. They engage with members, media outlets, and the public to amplify the union's voice and effectively promote its initiatives.

AFT

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Teams

Health and Safety

Communications and Outreach

Government Relations

Research and Strategic Initiatives Team

Administrative Services

Communications and Media

Offices

AFT

Org chart

Teams

Health and Safety

Communications and Outreach

Government Relations

Research and Strategic Initiatives Team

Administrative Services

Communications and Media

Offices

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