Mission Statement The mission of Ohio TESOL, an affiliate of TESOL, is to develop the professional expertise of its members and others involved in educating those learners for whom English is a non-native language by: • advocating for the TESOL profession at the local, state and federal levels; promoting professional development; • acting as a resource in the dissemination of information; • improving standards for high-quality instruction; • promoting better employment conditions; • encouraging opportunities for networking, interaction, leadership and research; and • promoting respect for the language rights and culture of all people.