Why Join?

Early educators and families work every day to make a difference in the lives of young children. NAEYC and MOAEYC work to support these remarkable individuals by amplifying their voices, and passionately advocating for what we know to be right for children, their families, and educators. NAEYC also offers a robust suite of national resources and local offerings to provide NAEYC members access to cutting-edge content and professional development through online communities, publications, events and more.

Go to the NAEYC website for current information on membership catagories and benefits

NAEYC membership includes a state affiliate (MOAEYC) membership, too.

MOAEYC benefits are listed below

MOAEYC C.A.R.E.S (Benefits)

Community	Advocacy	Resources	Events	Support
Local Chapters	MOAEYC Public Policy Platform	Website	Local and MOAEYC Trainings	Professional Development Hours
Student Chapters	State Team at Public Policy Forum	Affiliate Newsletter- UPDATE	Nationally Recognized Speakers	Director's Credential
Director's Group Chapter	Advocacy Alerts and Updates	Chapter Chats	Professional Development Hours with Discounted Rates	Early Childhood Awards
Professional Networking	Child Advocacy Day - Jefferson City	Week of the Young Child Toolkit	Week of the Young Child Events	Website Job Board
Facebook and Website with State affiliate and chapter pages	Advocacy Book -"Their Future is in Our Hands"	Website Job Board		Accreditation Assistance
Collaboration with other Organizations	Toolkits for Advocacy Action	Accreditation Assistance		Scholarship Opportunities
Affiliate Merchandise	Support for Testimoney with Legislators