Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness

Introduction to Meditation and Mindfulness AAFSW Wellness Workshop, Tuesday, December 3, 1 – 2:30 p.m. Randolph Towers Community Room, Level G-1 Arlington, VA 22203 Have you tried meditating but found it difficult? Do you have trouble quieting your mind? Would you benefit from being more relaxed and able to enjoy the present moment? In this 1.5-hour workshop, you’ll learn and practice simple techniques to: – Step back from racing thoughts – Feel more centered in your body and your surroundings – Appreciate and enjoy the present moment. There’s no need to sit still for 20 minutes or “empty” your mind — these techniques work quickly and can be used wherever… Read More

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Hungarian Advent Event

A Special Advent in Hungary An Evening of Hungarian Music, Dance, and Delicious Hungarian Food Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. At the Hungarian Embassy   AAFSW and the AAFSW Crisis Fund Committee will celebrate Advent in Hungary on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. at the Embassy of Hungary located at 3910 Shoemaker Street NW, Washington, DC 20008 One of the highlights of the evening will be the performance of The Életfa Hungarian Folk Band, and the presentation of wonderful dancers, and instruction by a couple from the Tisza Ensemble for those who would like to learn to dance, followed for a delicious Hungarian buffet dinner and… Read More

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AAFSW is Looking for a New AAFSW Assistant Treasurer

AAFSW is actively seeking a new Assistant Treasurer to fill a recent AAFSW Board elected position vacancy. This is a wonderful opportunity to gather experience and knowledge and it would look great on any resume as well! The responsibilities and duties of the AAFSW Assistant Treasurer: Assistant Treasurer – Volunteer Job Description Keeps all financial records for Art & BookFair, as reported by the Book Operations Manager; is responsible for the collection of receipts during Art & BookFair, and for counting and depositing same; prepares a monthly report of the BOOKFAIR/BookPlace accounts, based in part on figures supplied by the Book Operations Manager, for inclusion in the Treasurer’s monthly financial… Read More

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2019 SOSA, Tragen, CCE-EFM and Dorman Award Winners To Be Honored at November 20 Ceremony

AAFSW is pleased to announce the 2019 winners of the Secretary of State Award for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad: From the AF Bureau:  Marcus Lamb, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania From the EAP Bureau: Jennifer Yan, Phnom Penh, Cambodia From the EUR Bureau: Carlos Perez, Frankfurt, Germany From the NEA Bureau: Zhou “Cecilia” Zhuang-Haas, Rabat, Morocco From the WHA Bureau: Claudia Felice-Kuebler, Quito, Ecuador   The remarkable volunteer activities of the awardees include:   Working closely with a local organization to promote IT skill building, resume building and interview skills to Tanzanian girls who otherwise cannot continue their traditional education. Donating time, goods and meals to local charities and nonprofit organizations and ensuring… Read More

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AAFSW Joins the Fight Against Modern-Say Slavery

    AAFSW joins the fight against modern-day slavery at the George C. Marshall Conference Center on October 10, 2019. In June 2019, Mike R. Pompeo, U.S. Secretary of State commented on the Trafficking In Persons Report of The Office to Monitor and Combat Human Trafficking: “Human trafficking is one of the most heinous crimes on Earth. Right now, traffickers are robbing a staggering 24.9 million people of their freedom and basic human dignity—that’s roughly three times the population of New York City. We must band together and build momentum to defeat human trafficking.” On October 10, 2019, at the George C. Marshall Conference Center, AAFSW joined the fight by… Read More

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