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Welcome to the Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide! We are an organization dedicated to serving the needs of Foreign Service and Civil Service employees, spouses, partners, members of household, and retirees through our resources and support. Learn more about us.

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Apply for Our Merit Scholarships!

AAFSW's yearly merit scholarships are now open for the children of member families! The deadline for submitting all materials is April 17, 2026.  Click here for the scholarship application page which includes all information and forms. 

AAFSW offers two unique types of scholarships per year for member families. Plus, all applicants are considered for the Best Essay Scholarship ($1000 award) and the Judy Felt Memorial Scholarship for Volunteering ($1000 award).



   Update: Secretary of State Awards for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad (SOSA): Celebrating Our 2025 SOSA Honorees

  In alignment with the AAFSW Board of Directors, the SOSA Committee announces the 2025 SOSA Honorees, recognized for their outstanding service and leadership. Although the 2025 ceremony has been postponed indefinitely, their achievements are fully honored, with AAFSW ensuring both recognition and full award funding, so their impact is recognized without pause.  

Warm regards,

Celine Ford



Upcoming events

  • AAFSW Community Coffee
    04/16/2026 10:00 AM
    Randolph Towers Community Room, 4001 9th St N, G1 level, Arlington VA 22203
  • Women's Day High Tea
    05/12/2026 2:00 PM
    National Press Club, 529 14th St NW, Washington, DC 20045




Remembering Moises Mendoza

With deepest sadness, AAFSW announces the passing of Moises Mendoza, AAFSW SOSA chair. Moises was a person whose deep care for others often made it easy to overlook that he, too, deserved compassion. His dedication and commitment to the Foreign Service community enriched our organization and touched countless lives. He embodied the very spirit of service that AAFSW and the SOSA program strive to honor, and his example will continue to guide and inspire us. Click here to learn more about Moises through this video.

Read President Celine Ford's letter




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Recent Programs

AAFSW toured the National Press Club. Read more

AAFSW's 2025 Art & BookFair. Read more


AAFSW toured the Castlewood House in Vienna, Virginia.  Read more

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President's Letter

Read the latest letter from the AAFSW President.

Foreign Service Hub

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FS BizHub

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Join AAFSW

AAFSW is here for you whether you’re at post or at home. Join our community today — together we can achieve more!

AAFSW is here for you whether you’re at post or at home. Member benefits include:

  • Advocacy for spouses and children
  • Orientation of newcomers – a special group for foreign-born spouses, and advice related to EFM employment
  • Distribution of scholarships
  • Support in case of an evacuation, or family transition 
  • Monthly cultural events, often with the participation of foreign embassies
  • Monthly happy hours and networking events
  • Advertising in the FS Community Business Directory

And much more. Join now



Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide - 4001 North Ninth Street, Suite 214 - Arlington, VA, 22203 - +1 (703) 820-5420

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