Collaborate with a Vibrant community of Family and Consumer Sciences Professionals!

AAFCS-TX continues to be recognized as the driving force connecting professionals across multiple practice settings and content areas to improve the lives on individuals, families, and communities through knowledge, research, and experience. 

Our conferences, publications, and e-communications help connect professionals to create more integrated solutions to today's critical social and economic challenges. 

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TAFCS Journal

Stay informed on the latest research and trends in FCS. All AAFCS members are welcome to contribute.

Professional Development Library

Resources for learning about what is happening in FCS.

Advocacy Resources

Resources to support AAFCS-TX's advocacy initiatives.

Credentialing

Professional Certifications, Pre-Professional Assessments & Certifications

Texas Affiliate Named a Top 3 Advocacy Leader

The Texas Affiliate has been recognized as one of the top three performing affiliates in the nation for our work with the AAFCS Advocacy Grant.

Our affiliate’s advocacy reports were recently evaluated by the AAFCS Grantmaking Committee, and our collective efforts and impact within the state have been officially celebrated by our peers.

What This Means for Texas

This honor isn’t just a title—it’s an invitation to the national stage. As a result of this achievement:

  • National Recognition: Texas has been identified as a model for effective advocacy and outreach.
  • Conference Showcase: Our affiliate representatives will participate in a special panel presentation at the 2026 AAFCS Annual Conference in Louisville, Kentucky.
  • Knowledge Sharing: We will have the opportunity to share our strategies and success stories with FCS professionals from across the country.

Three Texas Affiliate Members Selected for the 2025 AAFCS Leadership Academy

Mr. Blake Mudd, University of Houston, Mrs. Sydney Cox of Texas Tech University, and Mrs. Elena Doerrie, AAFCS-TX Executive Director, have been selected to take part in the 2025 AAFCS Leadership Academy. The Leadership Academy is an organized effort to assure that a professional cohort of potential new leaders will be able to assume leadership positions in committees, communities, councils, and as elected officers nationally or at the affiliate level in AAFCS. 

Leadership Academy

Leadership

Best of Texas Awards and Grants

AAFCS-TX members and community partners are honored for their outstanding contributions to FCS. Award guidelines and submission link available here. Submissions are due April 30, 2026.

Upcoming Events

The 2026 AAFCS-TX Annual Conference will be held in Austin, Texas, from July 16-18, 2026. All are welcome to attend. More information available here!

Affiliate News

See what AAFCS-TX members and our student chapter are doing in our March update.

AAFCS-Texas Knows There is Strength in Numbers
 
Membership in AAFCS-Texas supports efforts to bring visibility to the important role of Family and Consumer Sciences in supporting strong, healthy, and successful individuals, families, and communities. We help you by providing
  • Access to member updates and resources
  • Networking with your FCS professional peers
  • Recognition for your contributions
You Matter – Policymakers need to hear your story. Who inspired you to become an FCS professional? What industry and setting do you work in? Tell us about you. There is strength in numbers. Each voice must be heard.  Let us help share your story and needs. Email your story here. 
Join or renew your AAFCS-TX membership today.