The Iowa Association of Family and Consumer Sciences is an affiliate of the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).

IAFCS and AAFCS strive to improve the quality and standards of individual and family life by providing educational programs, influencing public policy and through communication. More than 10,000+ members work to empower individuals, strengthen families and enable communities.

Our members focus on an integrative approach to the reciprocal relationships among individuals, families and communities, as well as the environments in which they function. Our associations support the profession while providing leadership in:

• improving individual, family and community well being;
• impacting the development, delivery and evaluation of consumer goods and services;
• influencing the creation of public policy; and
• shaping social change.

AAFCS is the only national organization and IAFCS is the only organization in Iowa representing family and consumer sciences professionals across practice areas and content specializations. Our members provide guidance and practical knowledge about the things of everyday life, including human growth and development, personal behavior, housing and environment, food and nutrition, apparel and textiles, and resource management, so that students and consumers can make sound decisions and enjoy a healthy, productive and more fulfilling life.

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