• Access to members-only scholarships
• Eligibility to apply for school/university funding
• Participate in global food research opportunities
• Opportunities to travel internationally for fieldwork
• Mentoring on research and publishing in food science
• New member receptions
• Yearly newsletter
• Opportunities to connect with fellow members
• Opportunities for professional development, leadership roles, and community service
• Access to multi-faceted global food security resources on local, national, and international levels
• Invitation to biannual Multicultural Dinner and other fun social events
• Members-only networking events with regional program of AFSA
• Your membership announcement in AFSA’s newsletter and on the AFSA website
• Review and discuss the latest food safety and security trends with members, professionals, and students
• Invitation to local, regional, and national AFSA conferences

Membership Responsibilities:

• To actively participate in meetings and events regularly (at least three meetings and/or events per semester)
• To provide clear and timely communication in response to meeting and/or event invitations
• To volunteer, when available, at community service events
• To maintain professional conduct by treating fellow members and our guests with respect and courtesy
• To help maintain a positive, friendly environment necessary for all members to learn and grow
• To pay membership dues on time (full membership only)
• To be an ambassador for AFSA and an advocate for ensuring food safety and food security
• To recruit new members for the organization

How to Join:

Complete the Membership Application Form and return this form along with a photograph to:
AFSA Secretariat
Email: afsa.secretariat@gmail.com