Quick-Reference Publicity Tools for AAFCS Members

Now you can better educate the public about the valuable contributions family and consumer sciences professionals make to individual, family and community well-being! This grassroots tool kit empowers you with the essential resources to get the word out in your local community.

This members-only benefit includes the following tools. Simply choose the tool you want, log-in, and download. It's that easy! Then start spreading the word with your local news media.

Introduction to the PR/Media Tool Kit

• Raise Your AAFCS Profile

Getting Started in PR

• Public Relations Officer Job Description - to clarify roles and responsibilities related to publicity initiatives
• Media Tip Sheet - to help your affiliate organization coordinate local publicity initiatives
• Talking Points - so you can educate policy- and lawmakers in your community
• Photos - can make the difference between getting media coverage or not
• Photo Release and Consent Form - sample form included for your convenience
• FCS Backgrounder: Essence of Family & Consumer Sciences - adapted from the AAFCS 2001 Annual Meeting Keynote Address entitled "The Essence of Our Being"

• Presentation with Script: Essence Family & Consumer Sciences - 30-minute presentation provides audiences with an excellent overview of the FCS profession
• Template for Press Release to Announce an Essence of Family & Consumer Sciences Presentation in Your Community
• Template for Press Release to Highlight a Post - Essence of Family & Consumer Sciences Presentation

• Blank Newsletter Masthead Example One Color
• Newsletter Masthead Example One Color
• Newsletter Masthead Example Two Color
• Newsletter Masthead Example Swoosh One Color
• Newsletter Masthead Example Swoosh Two Color