Southwest Ohio AEYC is the state-level NAEYC affiliate for Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton, and 16 surrounding counties: Butler, Champaign, Clark, Clermont, Clinton, Darke, Fayette, Franklin, Greene, Hamilton, Logan, Miami, Montgomery, Preble, Shelby, and Warren.

Do you live in Kentucky and are seeking a state affiliate? Select Southwest Ohio AEYC as your affiliate! Early childhood professionals in Kentucky can gain access to all of the NAEYC and SWOAEYC benefits!

All Southwest Ohio AEYC Members are first members of the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). When joining, be sure to choose Southwest Ohio AEYC as your affiliate.

NAEYC is the premier association for early learning professionals at every career stage. Join our vibrant community and enjoy full access to exclusive resources, professional development, and advocacy tools—all designed to empower you and enhance early childhood education.

Grounded in our CARES framework—Community, Advocacy, Resources, Events, and Support—membership goes beyond benefits. It’s about belonging to a passionate network dedicated to improving the lives of young children.

Our single-tier membership model is designed to ensure every early childhood professional—no matter their career stage—enjoys equal access to a full suite of comprehensive benefits. For an annual fee of $72, become part of a unified, inclusive community dedicated to excellence in early childhood education. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of young children and their families.

Join NAEYC, and choose Southwest Ohio AEYC as your affiliate, to access a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your professional journey in early childhood education. Our CARES benefit categories encompass five key areas:

Community

• HELLO Online Community
• Affiliate membership
• Interest forums
• Networking opportunities with thousands of members
• Digital proof of membership

Advocacy

• Policy Q&A webinars with NAEYC staff
• HELLO policy discussions
• Insights from national policy leaders
• Early registration access for Public Policy Forum
• Digital proof of membership

Resources

• Newsletters tailored to your interests
• Members-only digital magazine
• Toolkits and guides

Events

• Conference discounts
• Engaging webinars
• Compelling workshops
• In-person networking events
• Interviews with ECE thought leaders and luminaries

Support

• Professional development with CEUs
• Leadership pathways and volunteer opportunities
• Mentorship and scholarship opportunities
• Insurance, tuition, and retail discounts
• Members-only sales on books and professional development