Simon Agace

Engages in the promotion and unity of understanding amongst estate and letting agents

Acts as a franchisee of residential real estate agencies

The private company is located in the US. It broadly defines visual arts to include traditional fine arts as well as contemporary fields like graphic design and animation. The association promotes arts integration into STEM education (STEAM), emphasizing the role of arts in enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. NAEA engages in advocacy to raise awareness among policymakers, educators, and the public about the value of visual arts education, seeking increased funding, equal access for all students—including those with disabilities and non-English speakers—and diversity among art educators. It fosters collaboration between art teachers, community organizations, and other educators to enrich arts education. The organization sponsors events such as annual conventions, local workshops, and Youth Art Month each March. Research and professional development are central to NAEA’s mission, exemplified by its research commission established in 2012 to improve teaching practices and art education quality. NAEA publishes journals and newsletters, including the bi-monthly "Art Education" journal, providing members with access to printed and digital resources authored by arts education professionals. The association encourages educators to guide students in understanding art’s impact on mental well-being and cultural meaning, and highlights the intersection of art with other disciplines such as fitness and meditation. NAEA serves as a resource and advocate for advancing visual arts education nationwide, supporting educators through research, publications, events, and policy initiatives. The National Art Education Association (NAEA), founded in 1947, is a professional organization dedicated to visual arts education, with over 20,000 members including K-12 teachers, university professors, students, museum educators, researchers, and artists.