Journals

AAFCS publishes two scholarly journals: the Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences (JFCS) and the Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal (FCSRJ ). Effective September 2021, the JFCS is available in an online-only format.

Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences

The Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences contains scholarly peer-reviewed articles, practical information geared toward family and consumer sciences professionals, and AAFCS news and information. The Journal is available in an online-only format to AAFCS members as a benefit of membership, and is available by subscription for nonmembers. Nonmembers may place an order online or calling 800-424-8080.

Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal

The Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal is published in partnership with Wiley.  AAFCS members may purchase an annual subscription (4 issues) for $45. Subscriptions are available as an add-on to membership or as a stand-alone subscription. To subscribe, members should log into MyAAFCS and click on the "Optional Journal Subscriptions" menu. The special member rate of $45 offers a 70% savings compared to the non-member rates. Nonmembers can subscribe by visiting the Wiley website. 

Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences in Action

The Journal of Family & Consumer Sciences in Action (JFCS in Action) contains supplemental resources to pursue further thought and/or action on selected topics from the issue. The resources are cross-walked to the FCS Body of Knowledge, the National Standards for Family and Consumer Sciences Education, and the Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher Education Standards. Nonmembers may place an order online or calling 800-424-8080.