Joining the IEU gives you protection at work should problems arise, and advice from experienced officers if you have questions about your pay, superannuation, leave or other matters.

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Last year the IEU recovered $20 million in underpayments on behalf of members.

Joining 32,000 IEU members in NSW and the ACT and 70,000 people nationally gives you a stronger voice.

The recent pay rise in the NSW Catholic schools system for example, would not have been achieved without the IEU fighting on behalf of teachers and support staff.

A major Fair Work Commission case to achieve fair pay for early childhood teachers is now underway - this also couldn't happen without the support of IEU and its members.

IEU provides support for teachers undergoing accreditation, and a wide range of professional development, both online and face to face, is available.

The union publishes two professional journals and a twice a term newspaper for all members.

It hosts numerous conferences and seminars giving members the chance to meet with colleagues from all types of schools and centres, and to expand their professional knowledge.

The IEU also provides programs to nurture those interested in becoming union activists.

Have the experience of a lifetime by participating in the IEU's exciting teacher exchange program and gain extra benefits for yourself and your family by accessing Teacher's Health, NGS Super, Teachers Mutual Bank and ME Bank and get shopping and leisure discounts through Member Advantage.

The IEU advocates to improve all aspects of workers' lives in the non government education sector and is always there to provide important protection if things aren't going to plan.

Stronger together - join now at ieu.asn.au/join-page or call 1800 467 943.