Professional associations allow legal professionals, paraprofessionals, academics, and students to network and share their research, news, and endeavors. There are many advantages to participating in these associations as a student. They include:
Reduced membership fees
Reduced conference registration rates
Scholarship and grant opportunities
Access to job and internship listings
Mentorship programs
Access to research resources
Professional Associations & Educational Organizations
Since its founding in 1857, KEA and its members have been champions for public education, children, and the employment rights of public school employees. This advocacy has taken the form of lobbying for improved education funding, safe schools, better materials, smaller class sizes, and the empowerment of school employees and parents.