National AfterSchool Association (NAA) Email Format
Industry AssociationsVirginia, United States11-50 Employees
The National AfterSchool Association (NAA) is a national membership organization serving professionals who work with children and youth in a variety of out-of-school time settings. Its purpose is to foster development, provide education, and encourage advocacy for the out-of-school time community, aiming to inspire, connect, and equip practitioners who support young people during non-school hours. Based in Oakton, Virginia, NAA operates within the industry of industry associations and partners with local programs, schools, and communities to recognize and support afterschool work, as evidenced by recent collaborations and events that acknowledge Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week. The organization engages a sector that includes other associations and national bodies focused on youth development and afterschool programs, positioning itself as a central national resource for professionals in this field while maintaining a focus on education, development, and advocacy for the out-of-school time community.