The National Staff Organization (NSO) is accepting applications for its Winter Advocacy Retreat (WAR) First-Time Attendee Scholarship Program, which will provide up to five members from smaller NSO affiliates with

President Brad Darjean announces two (2) vacancies on the NSO Communications Committee. This committee develops and maintains structures for internal and external NSO communications. ESSENTIAL COMMITTEE FUNCTIONS DESIRABLE SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

The National Staff Organization (NSO) presents the Emil Oxfeld Advocacy Award to one of our members who demonstrates outstanding dedication to union advocacy. First established in 2000, the award honors

Inside the Indiana PSO Crisis and NSO’s Response  By Kelly Hagen, North Dakota Staff Organization  When Anita Vernon, who was a UniServ director for the Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA) and vice president of her staff union, the Professional

Due to retirements, NSO has two open spots on the Investment Committee, and we’d love to hear from interested members! This committee reviews the investment strategy, portfolio performance, and risk

The Executive Committee of the National Staff Organization (NSO) has voted unanimously to impose sanctions – including a boycott – on the Indiana State Teachers Association (ISTA) in response to

By Kelly Hagen, North Dakota Staff Organization  As the members of the Kansas Staff Organization headed into contract negotiations last year, anxiety and uncertainty were already high. Dennis Tabor, who served

Jan. 3, 2026 – The National Staff Organization (NSO) executive committee appointed Alabama Professional Staff Organization member Jesse McDaniel Region 3 director following a recommendation from NSO President Brad Darjean. “The south offers

There is a vacancy as of January 1 on the NSO Executive Committee, specifically in Region 3. The states that are in Region 3 are: Applicants must be a member

By: Yoko Kuramoto-Eidsmoe, Washington Education Association Staff Organization  Graphic: Kim Tallarico, Ohio Associate Staff Union While many NSO members are accustomed to digging up information about employers, those less familiar

By: Rylee Ahnen, Oregon Professional Staff Organization Marius Ambrose, who served as the National Staff Organization’s (NSO) Vice President of Defense from 1992 to 2013, passed away on August 19,

President Brad Darjean announces vacancies on the NSO Research Committee.  This committee is charged with collecting, storing and distributing contract research data to NSO affiliates, maintaining the research database, and

President Brad Darjean announces a vacancy on the NSO Special Services Committee.  This committee adds value in membership by offering information, benefits and services to NSO members and their families.

By: Jill Toy, Pennsylvania State Education Association Staff Organization The National Staff Organization (NSO) is proud to announce Jackie Riggins, a veteran advocate and engaged member of the Pennsylvania State

Alabama PSO Honors Emmitt Jimmar By: Jesse McDaniel, Alabama Professional Staff Organization They say history has a way of repeating itself, and if it doesn’t repeat exactly, it might rhythm

By: Greg D’Aguiar, Pennsylvania State Education Association Staff Organization Many contributions of African Americans throughout our nation’s history have been overlooked, overwritten, and discarded. Anyone wanting to learn more about

There is a vacancy on the NSO Executive Committee, specifically in Region 2. The states that are in Region 2 are: Applicants must be a member of an affiliate in

By: Sydney Slifka, Colorado Education Association Staff Organization Occasionally, the National Staff Organization (NSO) presents the Mother Jones Award for Outstanding Union Activism to one of its members whose commitment

NEW ORLEANS — Delegates to the 2025 National Staff Organization Representative Assembly have selected Kelley Clouser of Pennsylvania to serve as the union’s next vice president of program. Clouser was chosen

By Greg D’Aguiar, PSEA – Staff Organization Each year, the National Staff Organization (NSO) presents the Emil Oxfeld Advocacy Award to one of its members who demonstrates outstanding dedication to

The National Staff Organization (NSO) and the Louisiana State Staff Organization (LASSO) announced today that all sanctions against the Louisiana Association of Educators (LAE) have been withdrawn, following the resolution

The Executive Committee of the National Staff Organization (NSO) voted to impose sanctions – including a boycott – on the Louisiana Association of Educators (LAE), in response to LAE management’s

Come join us for the next adventure aboard Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Utopia of the Seas set to sail from Port Canaveral on June 30, 2025, to spots in the

We are excited to expand opportunities for NSO members to order their very own NSO swag! This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your union pride and support of your

By: Mike Wiser, Iowa Staff Union The 15-member Ohio Nurses Employee Association affiliated with the National Staff Organization in September, marking the first NSO affiliate expansion in at least a

By: Jesse McDaniel, Alabama Professional Staff Organization Tom Hayden, a UniServ director and treasurer of the United Staff Association of New Jersey, has been appointed to the National Staff Organization

By: Seth Bramble, California Staff Organization  Oregon Associate Staff Organization’s Kelli Williams began service as a National Staff Organization Region 7 Director in August of 2024.   “I look forward to

President Brad Darjean announces vacancies on the NSO Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. This committee is charged to serve as a source for educational growth and support around issues related

President Brad Darjean announces vacancies on the NSO Pension & Benefits Committee. This committee is charged with informing affiliates and pension plan trustee members of fiduciary responsibilities, training to pension

President Brad Darjean announces vacancies on the NSO Communications Committee. This committee develops and maintains structures for internal and external NSO communications. ESSENTIAL COMMITTEE FUNCTIONS DESIRABLE SKILLS REQUIREMENTS NSO members

Matt Ryg was elected NSO Region 6 director at the 2024 National Staff Organization Representative Assembly in San Francisco.  Ryg succeeds Missouri UniServ Director Kurt Swanson, who served on the

Justin Zartman, a seasoned UniServ director from Connecticut and a member of the Connecticut Professional Staff Organization, was elected vice president of defense for the National Staff Organization at the

By Seth Bramble, California Staff Organization  The National Staff Organization awarded Mike Boyer with the 2024 Emil Oxfeld Advocacy Award to highlight the importance of his advocacy within our NSO

By: Mike Wiser, Iowa Professional Staff Union Catherine Alexander looked skeptical. Here she was, sitting at a conference table in St. Louis listening to National Staff Organization members from New

There is a vacancy on the NSO Executive Committee, specifically for an At-Large Director – Professional. Applicants must be a professional staff member of an affiliate in good standing to

There is a vacancy on the NSO Executive Committee, specifically in Region 7. The states that are in Region 7 are: Applicants must be a member of an affiliate in

NLRB filing by staff union alleges illegal retaliation at the National Education Association WASHINGTON—The National Education Association Staff Organization (NEASO), representing employees working at the National Education Association (NEA) headquarters in Washington, filed

By: Tom Hayden, United Staff Association of New Jersey The National Staff Organization (NSO) secured back pay for members of the Pennsylvania staff union after their employer refused to award

By: Seth Bramble, California Staff Organization Working people coming together makes things better for everyone. In California, National Staff Organization members are acting through their union to ensure their employer

We are excited to expand opportunities for NSO members to order their very own NSO swag! This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your union pride and support of your

The National Staff Organization in partnership with the National Education Association are seeking your feedback to improve professional development. “Your requests for improved training have been heard. Partnering with NEA

November 10, 2023 – Update on AFSE Negotiations with NEA Effective immediately, the National Staff Organization imposes sanctions on the National Education Association (NEA) due to its failure to reach

We are excited to expanded opportunites for NSO members to order their very own NSO swag! This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your union pride and support of your

NSO is excited to introduce the Organizing Resource Group (ORG) Scholarship, aimed at providing opportunities for NSO members from small affiliates to attend the 2024 NSO Winter Advocacy Retreat (WAR)

The Professional Staff Association of Maryland (PSA) achieved a significant victory in its ongoing efforts to protect the rights and benefits of its members seeking Family and Medical Leave Act

The Georgia Staff Organization (GSO), an affiliate of the National Staff Organization (NSO), secured a negotiated reimbursement benefit for its members which underscored the importance of contract enforcement. “This decision

Empower Yourself and Our Union: Join Us at the 2024 NSO Winter Advocacy Retreat The National Staff Organization announces the commencement of registration for the 2024 NSO Winter Advocacy Retreat,

NSO is excited to announce an opportunity for its members to actively contribute to the growth and development of our organization. The NSO New Unit Organizing/Affiliation Committee is now accepting

Are you looking for an incredible vacation experience combining relaxation, adventure, and breathtaking destinations? Look no further! As part of our commitment to providing valuable member benefits, NSO is thrilled

By: Jesse McDaniel, Alabama PSO The National Staff Organization (NSO) provides on-the-ground support to state affiliates who request assistance in bargaining, unionism, research and other areas.  Utah Staff Organization  President

Dear NEA RA Delegates, I write to you today as the President of the National Staff Organization (NSO), representing the dedicated staff of NEA and its state affiliates who work

By: Tom Hayden, United Staff Association of New Jersey The Oklahoma Professional Staff Organization (OPSO) and the Oklahoma Associate Staff Organization (OASO) teamed up for an April training to both

In a major win against management’s direct dealing, the Washington Education Association Staff Organization (WEASO) prevailed in a recent arbitration that could build the foundation for future cases against management

An election will be held at the 2023 Representative Assembly (RA) for the following NSO Executive Committee positions serving a two-year term. Terms begin at the conclusion of the 2023

WHEREAS the National Staff Organization represents labor union professional staff in our schools and communities in all 50 states, WHEREAS the NSO supports creating safe schools and communities everywhere, WHEREAS

WHEREAS, NSO, individually and collectively, affirms the dignity and the humanity of all people for which justice and equity are fundamental human rights, and; WHEREAS, policing in the United States

An election will be held at the 2022 Representative Assembly(RA) for the following NSO Executive Committee positions serving a two-year term. Terms begin at the conclusion of the 2022 RA (June

As noted at the RA, NSO is proud to announce that we are partnering with union-friendly FHE-Health as a preferred provider for behavioral health, mental health, and union-side EAP services.