The Capital Area's National Association for Bilingual Education Affiliate is dedicated to supporting bilingual educators in their work and in their professional growth throughout the Greater Washington Metropolitan Area. We believe that bilingual education benefits all students, those who are learning English as well as those who are learning other languages. We recognize the importance of many different kinds of educators in the lives of Greater Washington Metropolitan Area's students, parents, extended family members, teachers, administrators, and paraeducators. CANABE embraces the rich cultural and linguistic diversity within our area and promotes its inclusion in the education of all students. The association promotes educational excellence and equity through activities including advocacy, professional development, materials development, and research.