Sections, Divisions & State Affiliates

The American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences serves a diverse profession through six Professional Sections, nine Divisions, as well as 53 State Affiliates in the U.S. and its territories. As a member of an AAFCS Section, Division or State Affiliate, members can meet colleagues with similar interests, network, share experiences, and collaborate on educational and public policy efforts. Each group provides opportunities for professional development and growth through participation.

Professional Sections
Overview
News & Events
Directory of Officers

Divisions
Overview
News & Events
Directory of Officers

State Affiliates
Overview
Directory of Officers

Professional Sections

Professional Sections provide a forum for members to meet colleagues with similar professional interests. Membership in a professional section offers you the opportunity to participate at the local or national level in developing public policy. AAFCS Professional Sections include:

Business
Family and consumer sciences professionals who work in the business sector to identify trends and integrate consumer needs into the design and marketing of consumer goods and services.

Colleges, Universities and Research
Teachers and administrators of family and consumer sciences programs in four-year institutions and community colleges as well as researchers on college or university campuses who add to the knowledge base of family and consumer issues.

Elementary, Secondary and Adult Education
Encompasses a wide range of interests, from public/private school teachers to state vocational education office administrators.

Extension
Cooperative Extension educators and administrators of family and consumer sciences related to family issues employed at the county, state and federal levels.

Home and Community
Community volunteers, full-time homemakers, freelance or part-time employees, and retired professionals who work to strengthen the profession within the community.

Human Services
Specialists in health care or human service, social work and the legal profession who provide support to families and individuals in need.

Divisions

AAFCS Divisions provide members with the opportunity to network with colleagues and participate in educational programs. AAFCS membership includes the choice of one division membership. AAFCS Divisions include:

Apparel and Textiles
Teachers of textiles and clothing courses at the secondary and college level as well as professionals in the apparel industry.

Art and Design
Professionals promoting interior design, apparel design and applied art history in relation to its impact on individuals.

Communication
Professionals working in print, audio and/or visual communications to strengthen family and consumer sciences policies, concepts and techniques.

Education and Technology
Professional educators in secondary education, higher education and community settings interested in curriculum development, instructional methodology and technology, and planning and evaluation of family and consumer sciences programs.

Family Economics and Resource Management
Professionals interested in developing strategies for resource management.

Family Relations and Human Development
Professionals in the areas of human sexuality, gerontology, personal counseling and child care.

Housing and Environment
Professionals working to develop materials and equipment designs to sustain healthy lifestyles. Affordable and secure housing for the elderly and disabled is a primary concern.

International
Professionals working to address global issues across cultures worldwide.

Nutrition, Health and Food Management
Professionals promoting nutrition and the quality management of food production, sanitation and safety.

State Affiliates

As a member of AAFCS, you become a member of your state affiliate — a network of local members. State Affiliates host regional meetings, sponsor special programs and publish newsletters. State Affiliates are the voice of the profession on the local level.

See State Affiliate Directory of Officers.