Conference 2024

OSEA’s 86th annual Conference is Thursday-Saturday, June 20-22, in Portland, Ore.

Get Ready for Conference

Conference is OSEA’s most important event. Delegates representing our 138 chapters will debate and vote on resolutions, elect members to the Board of Directors and pass the annual budget.

As a member’s union, OSEA needs Conference delegates to represent the needs and interests of their chapter members. Participating in Conference ensures every member has a voice in our union.

Serve as a Conference Delegate

Every chapter can elect delegates to represent its members’ interests at Conference. Your chapter constitution determines who can serve as a delegate. Elections should be held in March, April or May; talk to your chapter president if you are interested in being a part of Conference 2024!

Delegate Election Guidelines (PDF)

Countdown to Conference

These are important tasks OSEA chapters, delegates and members should complete before Conference 2024.

Conference Scholarships

Scholarships help every chapter send at least one delegate to Conference. Apply for a scholarship by June 1 for priority consideration. Your chapter can help others participate in Conference by donating to the scholarship fund. This is a great way to show solidarity with chapters across the state!

Donate to the Scholarship Fund (PDF) Apply for a Scholarship (PDF)

Hotel Reservations

Make reservations now at the Holiday Inn Portland – Columbia Riverfront. Reservations can be made online or by calling (503) 283-4466; let the hotel know you are with OSEA. There are other hotels nearby.

Make Your Reservation

Resolutions

OSEA members have submitted eight resolutions to be voted on by Conference delegates this year. If delegates vote to adopt a resolution, it will change OSEA’s governing documents and shape how our union runs in the future. All members should be familiar with the resolutions — make sure to discuss your thoughts, questions and ideas with the delegates representing your chapter ahead of Conference

See Resolutions

Board Candidates

In between Conferences, OSEA is led by members elected to the Board of Directors. This year, delegates from Zones II, IV, VI and VII will elect directors for their zones. (Not sure which zone you are in? Find your chapter and representatives here.)

Meet the Candidates

What to Expect at Conference 2024

Based on delegate feedback, the Board of Directors and Conference Committee have made changes to this year’s program. Conference 2024 will include more opportunities for developing union skills and building community across chapters than ever before.