Membership: Join Today

WECA is proud to be the Wisconsin affiliate of National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)—the premier professional organization for early childhood educators across the country. When you join NAEYC and select Wisconsin as your affiliate, you become part of a powerful statewide and national community that’s committed to advancing high-quality early learning for all children. 

When you join, you become part of a network of voices for early care and education – in Wisconsin and beyond. 

Why Join WECA/NAEYC? 

Early childhood educators, leaders of child care programs, advocates, and families all work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of young children. As a member of WECA/NAEYC, you gain access to tools, resources, and connections that amplify your work, your voice, and your commitment. 

As of 2025, membership is structured with one simplified tier, ensuring everyone gets the same exceptional suite of benefits — at both the national and state levels. 

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Membership at a Glance

  • Fee/Dues: $72/year 
  • Term: 12 months from the date of enrollment 

What Membership Provides 

National NAEYC Benefits 

  • Digital subscriptions to award-winning publications: Young Children and Teaching Young Children 

  • Exclusive professional development resources and webinars 

  • NAEYC’s online community forums for peer learning and connection 

  • Discounted rates for NAEYC events and conferences 

  • National advocacy updates and ways to engage 

  • A personalized member account with access to your benefits and membership history 

State-Level WECA Benefits 

  • Wisconsin-specific policy and advocacy updates to keep you informed and engaged, opportunities to participate in advocacy campaigns 
  • Local networking opportunities through events, webinars, and forums 
  • Member-only communications that highlight news, opportunities, and resources in Wisconsin 
  • Access to Wisconsin’s growing professional development and learning community 

Frequently Asked Questions 

How do I join or renew?

Go to naeyc.org/membership. You’ll be prompted to create or log into your NAEYC account and select Wisconsin as your state affiliate. 

Is membership individual or for programs?

Membership is for individuals and does not automatically extend to all staff at an accredited child care program. However, programs can – and should! — encourage their staff to join individually.

Do I receive WECA updates automatically when I join NAEYC?

Yes! When you select Wisconsin as your affiliate, WECA will keep you informed about state-specific news, events, and advocacy opportunities. Just make sure your contact information is up to date in your NAEYC account.

Need help?

Visit NAEYC’s Membership FAQ or contact NAEYC Member Services at 800-424-2460 (option 4). You also can contact WECA Membership Specialist Dana Schmock at dschmock@wisconsinearlychildhood.org. 

Belong. Connect. Lead. 

Join today and become part of a community that believes in early childhood education—right here in Wisconsin and across the country. There is power in a network of members making a difference together.

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