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Our History

WEAC focuses on improving members’ working lives through collective action, legislation, professional development, and public relations, while also advocating for children and the strength of public education throughout Wisconsin.

WEAC began as a statewide educational organization of teachers and administrators in 1853. After passage of a collective bargaining law for public employees, it evolved into a pro-active teachers union and in 1972 changed its name to the Wisconsin Education Association Council. Later, WEAC expanded its membership to education support staff, as well as technical college faculty and staff.

Today, WEAC continues its work to improve the quality of life and work for its members in areas such as collective action, legislation, professional development and support and public relations. WEAC also makes life better for all of Wisconsin’s residents by championing efforts to protect children and the promise of public education.

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WEAC Member Benefits

Your WEAC membership buys you a variety of benefits that help you succeed in your career
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Advocating for quality education

WEAC works to improve the quality of life and work for its members in areas such as collective action, legislation, professional development and support and public relations. WEAC also makes life better for all Wisconsin's residents by championing efforts to protect children and the promise of public education.