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AAFSW’s Upcoming Events

April 29, 10:30 a.m. EST: AAFSW Wellness Workshop – Breathe Better, Feel Better

May 4, 11 a.m. EST: “Music and Beauty – Queen for a Day!”

AAFSW’s Flag Day Fundraiser

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The Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide is a non-profit organization that has been representing Foreign Service spouses, employees and retirees since 1960.

Our vision statement: AAFSW will continue to be a catalyst for beneficial change through advocacy and support for our Foreign Affairs Community. By providing resources, services and engaging programs through our effective network, we promote the goals and serve the needs of Foreign Service and Civil Service employees, spouses, partners, members of household and retirees.

Apply to join AAFSW, or renew your membership online. Access our 2020 application here.

Letter from the President

Read the April 2021 letter to members from AAFSW President Lara Center.

SOSA Awards

2020
Meet the 2020 SOSA Winners!

2019
2019 AAFSW SOSA Awards’ Ceremony, Department of State, November 20, 2019.

Meet the 2019 SOSA Winners!

2018
2018 AAFSW SOSA Awards’ Ceremony, Department of State, Thursday, November 15, 2018.

Meet the 2018 SOSA Winners!

Meet the 2018 Tragen, CCE-EFM and Dorman Award Winners

2017: 2017 AAFSW SOSA Awards’ Ceremony, Department of State, Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Read bios of the winners here.

SOSA 2017 State Magazine article.

Foreign Service awards go to volunteers who ‘dream big, hope big, and inspire others’ — article by Meredith Somers

Learn More About SOSA

The 2017 SOSA Ceremony!

EFM Resources

AAFSW Recognized as a DOS Employee Organization

AAFSW Advocates for You —- An Update on EFM Employment

AAFSW advocates for you — EFM Employment

AAFSW advocates for you — Families with Children with Disabilities, by Ann La Porta

AAFSW advocates for you — The Predicament of Divorcing Foreign Service Spouses, by Barbara Reioux,Sheila Switzer, Karen Villar, and Dr. Joanna Athanasopoulos Owen

AAFSW stands by your side — Evacuation Support, by Ann La Porta

Other Ways to Donate to AAFSW!

Year-end Giving: How You Can Help AAFSW

For a Great Gift, Give AAFSW Appreciated Stock

FSHub

FSHub.org: Your comprehensive gateway to all Foreign Service community support resources, provided by AAFSW.

Department of State Links

Family Liaison Office
Office of Overseas Schools
Overseas Briefing Center
Transition Center

Foreign Service Partner Organizations

American Foreign Service Association
American Foreign Service Protective Association
Association for Diplomatic Studies and Training
Diplomatic and Consular Officers, Retired
Diplomatic Security Foundation
Diplomatic Security Special Agents Association
Foreign Service Youth Foundation
Gays and Lesbians in Foreign Affairs Agencies
Senior Living Foundation
Tales from a Small Planet (Real Post Reports)
USAID Alumni Association

Contact AAFSW

Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW)
Address:4001 North Ninth Street, Suite 214, Arlington, VA, 22203
Tel: 703-820-5420
Email: office@aafsw.org

About AAFSW

The Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide is a non-profit organization that has been representing Foreign Service spouses, employees and retirees since 1960. AAFSW is an independent advocate for its membership, giving members a stronger voice when working on common concerns and a chance to enjoy shared interests.

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50th Anniversary AAFSW

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