Education Support Special Designation

We’re proud to continue advancing our mission to make New Mexico a national leader in family-friendly workplaces, including a special designation for companies who support education for their employees.

With the foundational support of United Way of North Central New Mexico, Family Friendly New Mexico introduced the Education Support Special Designation to recognize employers that go above and beyond in supporting their employees’ educational goals. From literacy programs and professional development to tuition assistance and flexible scheduling for classes, these policies help employees grow – and businesses thrive.

This initiative was built on research and collaboration with United Way, whose findings underscored a strong alignment between supportive education practices and the policies already recognized through the Family Friendly Business Award®. This enabled us to create a designation that supports economic mobility and strengthens our workforce.

In a state where only 36.7% of working-age adults hold an associate degree or higher, employers have a powerful opportunity to lead. Supportive education policies improve retention, boost productivity, and expand access to a more skilled and resilient workforce.

Sustaining Our Work to Support Education-Friendly Workplaces

To keep this impactful work going, we are actively seeking new partners. If your organization believes in the power of education and wants to support working families and a stronger economy, we invite you to partner with us.

Let’s continue building workplaces that empower the full potential of New Mexico’s families – on the job and beyond.