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RECENT EVENTS
- Nowruz Celebration
- Valentine’s Day Gala
- Talk by Swiss Ambassador Pitteloud
- “Fearless Young Iranian Women Uprise”
- 2022 SOSA Awards Ceremony
- Tunisia Cultural Evening
- A Journey to Bali Through Art and Dance
ABOUT AAFSW

Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW), established in 1960, is a membership-based and accredited 501(c)(3) association within the American Foreign Affairs Community. Since 2018, AAFSW has been a recognized Department of State Employee Organization.
OUR COMMUNITY

AAFSW is your landing place for making connections and community, whether you’re at post or at home. Join today to take advantage of member benefits like community forums, early access to in-person and virtual events, merit scholarships, and more. All are welcome here.
COMMUNITY PILLARS

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. Resources include the Foreign Service Hub, Housing Office, helpful articles, and so much more.
PRESIDENT’S LETTER

AAFSW President Celine Erickson’s quarterly letter to members.
WHAT’S NEW
- Around the World 5k 2023The 9th annual Around the World Virtual 5k starts April 1, 2023 and lasts until the end of the month! For the last nine years, embassy members and teams have trained to run or walk for a 5k at any time during the month of April.
- Farewell to Barbara Reioux NalandOn March 18th, 2023, AAFSW members and long-time friends of Barbara met at Sheila Switzer’s beautiful home for a farewell dinner party.
- Nowruz Celebration RecapNowruz celebration on March 21.
SPOTLIGHT ON: SOSA

The Secretary of State Awards for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad (SOSA) is an annual award that recognizes volunteers at post who are truly making a difference in their communities.
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AAFSW is all about creating community. We are here for you whether you’re at post or at home. Join our community today — together we can achieve more!
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