AAFSW’s Evacuee Support Network (ESN) assists evacuees from post to the Washington, DC, area as well as provides information and resources.
AAFSW BookStore is open Monday-Thursday from 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Come visit us and pick up a good book!
AAFSW's Programs Committee presents virtual and in-person events for members and the greater Foreign Service community.
AAFSW's yearly merit-based scholarships are are open to members' families only.
Our annual award celebrates exemplary volunteers overseas. Other awards include the CCE-EFM.
AAFSW runs many campaigns throughout the year, from an annual membership drive to the Art & BookFair to nominating volunteers for the Secretary of State Awards (SOSA). Volunteer with us to share your unique talents with AAFSW!
Learn about AAFSW's History through our new interactive Timeline!
Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW) is a membership-based and accredited 501(c)(3) association within the American Foreign Affairs Community, that has evolved to include Foreign Service and Civil Service employees, spouses, partners, members of household and retirees since our establishment in 1960. Since 2018, AAFSW has been a recognized Department of State Employee Organization. Learn More
AAFSW promotes the goals and serves the needs of our community through Advocacy, Outreach, Awards, Scholarships, Services and Networking Events.
Join our community and together we can achieve more!
Read details about our recent events, timely articles, and news about our organization.
Donate to AAFSW for Giving Tuesday
Watch our webinar with Judy Ikels
President Celine Erickson’s letter to members. Learn More
Since its founding in 1960, AAFSW has placed a strong emphasis on community. Our organization and membership has evolved through the years, but our focus on community remains the same. Learn More
AAFSW’s sister sites include the Foreign Service Hub, EFM Business Database, and the Online Housing Office.
Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide
4001 North Ninth Street, Suite 214
Arlington, VA, 22203
703-820-5420
AAFSW will continue to be a catalyst for beneficial change through advocacy and support for our Foreign Affairs Community. By providing resources, services and engaging programs through our effective network, we promote the goals and serve the needs of Foreign Service and Civil Service employees, spouses, partners, members of household and retirees.
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