What we do and what we stand for

NSEAD: the voice of art education since 1888. We are a membership community, working To represent art, craft and design educators Across The UK. - the only combined trade union, subject association and learned society.

This is what we do, why, and how.

What ?

Educating - we are learned and learning, leading better practice in our subject

Expert - we are a source of reliable information, guidance and support 

Equitable -  we work for equity, fairness and justice for all members and their learners

Collective - we support each other to achieve our shared mission and vision

Challenging - We campaign, advocate and represent 

 

Why?

We believe in a just and equitable society that values high quality art, craft and design education. Led by and accountable to our members, we protect and promote our subject and your professional interests to achieve that vision.

 

How ?

Protecting your interests at work  We are a specialist Trade Union, subject association and learned society with unique collective expertise in art, craft & design education.

Inspiring art, craft and design education, by finding and promoting outstanding practice, creating learning materials, generating research, knowledge and debate. 

Supporting the profession through our community and by collaborating with a diverse range of partners, organisations and individuals to achieve common goals.

Leading the national debate, by presenting robust evidence and ensuring that it is acted upon by the widest possible range of opinion formers, policy makers and stakeholders.

Working within a global community. We are active on international platforms through our iJADE publication and conference, and through affiliation to the International Society for Education Through Art (InSEA).

 

NSEAD - The professional association for every art, craft and design educator