Welcome to the Tennessee Affiliate!

We’re proud to be part of a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to advancing Family & Consumer Sciences across the state. Whether you're an educator, student, practitioner, or advocate, you'll find resources, inspiration, and opportunities to connect, grow, and lead. 

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The 2026 TnAFCS Annual Conference (June 5, 2026) at Carson Newman University in Jefferson City, Tennessee was a huge success!!!

See pictures below: 

Mark your 2027 Calendars for our TnAFCS Annual Conference, to be held on

June 4, 2027 at Monterey High School, Monterey, TN

IMAGES OF THE 2026 TnAFCS ANNUAL CONFERENCE

               

   MEET OUR TNAFCS 2026 AWARD WINNERS:

        Hannah Upole - Leader Award           

  Lesley Williams - Teacher of the Year Award

 

 Katherine Vincent - New Achiever Award   

  Kristy Long - Outstanding Student Award

How to Get Involved

Your AAFCS membership is as powerful as you want it to be. Your involvement is what makes AAFCS a leader in the FCS field. As your professional association, we want to help you accomplish even more, both personally and professionally. There are many opportunities for you to get involved like participating in advocacy work, becoming an affiliate leader, joining a community, writing for the journal, and more!


Learn More

Keep up with the latest TnAFCS News through our Newsletter. Click here to read! https://higherlogicdownload.s3.amazonaws.com/AAFCS/6bfb28b7-15fb-4fdd-9c11-3eaf65469f8f/UploadedImages/April_2026_TnAFCS_newsletter.pdf

 

Upcoming AAFCS Events

Get active and learn more about the upcoming events at AAFCS!

Credentialing

Professional Certifications, Pre-Professional Assessments & Certifications

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Our Student Units are making a difference in FCS!!!

UT Martin Students

MTSU Students

Our TnAFCS Members at the 2025 AAFCS Annual Conference

Liz Self-Mullens receives the AAFCS DSA Award

Our TnAFCS Delegation

Membership with AAFCS

Membership in the AAFCS supports our efforts to bring visibility to the important role of the Family and Consumer Sciences in support strong, healthy, and successful individuals, families, and communities. Resources provided to members include:

  • Access to the members-only Advocacy Forum - Forum members are provided with frequent updates on upcoming hearings, regulations, and bills that are being considered throughout the United States.
  • Virtual Professional Development - Access online and in-person professional development to further your advancements in the field and make state and national connections. 
  • Maximize Leadership Capabilities - Enhance your skills through involvement in the Connecticut affiliate or national membership activities.

Not a member? Subscribe to the AAFCS MATTERS! to learn more and to gain a sneak peak on upcoming events and topics in the AAFCS.