HSLDA’s mission extends far beyond the US, where we have stood as a formidable advocate for homeschooling for more than 40 years. As part of a continued expansion of our work on the global stage, we recently adopted a mission statement to shape and guide our international ministry. This statement will guide our decision-making process as we seek to partner with international homeschooling advocates to advance homeschool freedom.
Our international mission
HSLDA International exists to expand the boundaries of homeschool freedom across the globe. We are committed to advocating for policies that recognize and protect the right of parents to direct the education of their children. Our work empowers and equips national homeschool leaders and organizations, helping them grow stronger, more connected, and better established.
Carrying out this mission requires a multifaceted and flexible approach, as the various laws, cultures, policies, languages, and socioeconomic issues all play a role. In many countries, homeschooling faces significant legal hurdles, regulatory barriers, societal misgivings, or even outright prohibition.
As we have long done in the US, HSLDA is stepping into this challenging landscape to expand educational freedom. At its core, our international work is driven by the belief that parental rights are natural, fundamental rights that governments should recognize and protect, consistent with existing international treaties.