Cecily Myart-Cruz

Cecily Myart-Cruz is an educational leader known for her role as the president of the United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA), the union representing teachers in the Los Angeles Unified School District. She advocates for teachers’ rights, better working conditions, and educational equity. Myart-Cruz focuses on improving the quality of education, addressing issues like funding disparities, and supporting policies that benefit students and educators alike. Her leadership is significant in shaping educational policies and labor relations within the school system in Los Angeles.