About Us

Mission

To advance and support effective SEL policies and practices in all schools and communities in Massachusetts.

Vision

It is our vision that adoption of the SEL policies and practices will allow for Massachusetts schools and community education-serving groups to be centers of safe, caring and supportive activity where youth and adults are empathetic, resilient, civically engaged and culturally aware and responsive, and develop the skills to solve problems, manage emotions and form positive relationships with others.

Social Emotional Learning Alliance of Massachusetts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization

Goals

Connect

Connect local SEL stakeholders to learn and share best practices

Promote

Build community and statewide awareness for SEL and its impact

Support

Support high-quality SEL practice and professional learning

Advocate

Advocate for state and local policies and funding to support SEL