AFPENC MISSION, VISION & VALUES STATEMENTS
AFPENC's mission is dedicated to advancing the professionalism, respect, and support that North Carolina educators deserve. Building on PENC’s legacy of advocacy, legal protection, and professional growth, our new affiliation with AFT strengthens our collective voice to secure fair pay, improved working conditions, and fully funded public schools for every student and educator across the state.
AFPENC's vision is to promote and support confident and effective educators who can develop well-rounded and responsible learners, inspiring them to achieve their full potential as adult citizens in our state. We will do this by working independently and collaboratively with all stakeholders in the North Carolina education system to improve schools and to advance knowledge, policy, and practice in our state.
AFPENC values:
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AFPENC is committed to providing equal treatment, promoting fairness, and respecting diversity.
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AFPENC is committed to advocating for its members to advance and protect their interests, and to promote education reform for the benefit of students.
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AFPENC champions high-quality education and improving workplaces for educators and staff.
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AFPENC emphasizes proper support for educators.
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AFPENC strives to improve school communities for educators and students.
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Champions fairness, democracy, and economic opportunity
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Focuses on NC Educators, Students, and School communities
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Emphasizes high-quality public education and the improvement of workplaces for NC Educators and Staff
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Promotes community engagement and improvement
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Advocates for Our Members to advance and protect their interests
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History of AFPENC
Founded in 1979, the PENC emerged as a fresh, independent voice for educators seeking an alternative professional association.
From its humble beginnings sharing office space with the Classroom Teachers Association to its evolution into a statewide organization, PENC has stayed true to its mission—supporting educators and championing quality education across North Carolina. In 2025, PENC became the newest North Carolina affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers; forming the American Federation of Professional Educators in North Carolina (AFPENC).
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SEE WHAT OUR MEMBERS ARE SAYING ABOUT US
"I want to take this time to express my profound gratitude to you. When I was the most overwhelmed and vulnerable (stressed to the max about my professional survival and providing for my family) you were there with kindness and guidance. You kept me sane and grounded when I felt lost and attacked. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for all of your support during such a challenging time."
Leah
“I want to thank PENC for your support and for helping me feel that everything will work out. Your calm advice and reassurance helped me to weather my storm. In my humble opinion, as my students would say, you ROCK! Thank you more than I can express with my rather advanced vocabulary.”
Linda
“You were very instrumental in the outcome of my issue at school. I followed all of your advice. My principal sent a letter to the parent who threatened me and since then I have received a call from the mother with an apology. The dues I pay PENC are worth every penny knowing I have some support.”