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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 monthly letter to members.
WHAT’S NEW
- A Salute to the Long Swiss and American Special Relationship
Jacques Pitteloud, Ambassador of Switzerland, gave a talk at the State Dept. January 17, 2023. - “Fearless Young Iranian Women Uprise”
AAFSW hosted the first program of the New Year with a call for change for a better world and an informative and timely presentation” Fearless Young Iranian Women Uprise.” - AAFSW’s 2023 Merit Scholarships Now Open
Our annual scholarships for member families are now open. Please visit this page for more details and applications. Deadline is April 16, 2023.
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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