About Us

Mission and Vision

The mission of the Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children is to promote the professional growth and development of those who are committed to the care and education of young children.

We are guided by our vision that one day all Minnesotans will be invested in developing the full potential of every child.

The Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children is a nonprofit association of over 1,500 professionals in Early Childhood Education and related fields working together on behalf of young children and their families.

We are an affiliate of the National Association for the Education of Young
Children (NAEYC), which represents more than 90,000 members nationwide.