Our Mission

The Association of Bilingual Education – New Mexico (ABENM) is committed to empowering bilingual educators across the state by supporting their work and professional growth.

We believe that bilingual education benefits all learners—those acquiring English as well as those learning other world languages.

We value the vital role that educators of all kinds play in the lives of New Mexico’s students, including parents, extended family members, teachers, administrators, paraprofessionals, and peers.

ABENM celebrates New Mexico’s rich cultural and linguistic diversity and advocates for its integration into every student’s learning experience.

Through advocacy, professional development, and research, we promote educational excellence and equity for all students in bilingual settings.