The Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW) cordially invites you to a unique and fascinating cultural program, presented by Marcee Craighill, Director and Curator of the Diplomatic Reception Rooms at the Department of State. The program will take place on Tuesday, February 25 at 10:30 a.m. in the lower level of the National Museum of […]
Food is abundant in our society — but most people are still deficient in some very important nutrients, including vitamin D, fiber, magnesium, potassium, and omega-3 fatty acids. These can affect our bones, muscles, skin, digestion, and even brain health. Unfortunately, recent studies show that supplements are not the easy answer they appear to be […]
This year, five of the six geographical bureaus submitted nominations for the Secretary of State Award for outstanding volunteerism abroad. The winners and their projects are: 2019 Winner for Bureau of African Affairs, Marcus W. Lamb Marcus, an Information Programs Officer, was part of the IRM team while posted to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Marcus […]
2019 AAFSW Awards – Including the SOSA Ceremony Wednesday, November 20, 2019 Department of State On Wednesday, November 20, 2019, AAFSW held its 29th annual AAFSW Awards Ceremony, including the SOSA program, which was presented by AAFSW President, Dr. Joanna Athanasopoulos Owen, in the Benjamin Franklin Reception Room in the Department of State. […]
Get ready for a fresh, healthy start in the New Year! In this 90-minute interactive workshop, you’ll develop your own personal plan to take your well-being to the next level. You’ll learn powerful techniques to overcome barriers and make your new habits enjoyable and sustainable. Whether you’re trying to reduce stress, sleep better, get more […]
Please join us for a cultural gathering in Sterling, VA on December 9! RSVP to office@aafsw.org by December 7. We hope you can join us at this fun event!
On November 8th, AAFSW members enjoyed a guided tour of the Mexican Cultural Institute’s annual “Day of the Dead Altar.” This is a special day that takes place on November 1 and 2 where people believe that the souls of the departed return to earth to visit their families. We keep them alive in memory […]
The Alliance to End Human Trafficking Thursday, November 14, 2019 U.S. Capitol, Washington D.C. On Thursday, November 14, 2019, AAFSW was invited to participate in the activities of the Alliance to End Human Trafficking that took place at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. The Alliance to End Human Trafficking is a dedicated group […]
