About the North Carolina Association of Family and Consumer Sciences

The North Carolina Association of Family and Consumer Sciences is recognized as “the comprehensive and integrative source of knowledge and the primary voice focusing on family, individual and community well-being.”

As a state affiliate of the AAFCS, the North Carolina Association of Family and Consumer Sciences is to affect the optimum well-being of families and individuals by:

  • Empowering members to act on continuing and emerging concerns.

  • Focusing the expertise of members on critical issues; and,

  • Assuming leadership among organizations with mutual purposes.

 Dear Members and Colleagues,

As we step into the new year, we are grateful to all of you for contributing to the success of our organization.  Your dedication, commitment and support throughout the past year played a crucial role in helping us achieve our goals.  We are excited for what lies ahead in 2025 and look forward to new opportunities, fresh ideas and a renewed sense of energy and purpose. 

Our desire for the New Year is to continue to be strong advocates for the mission and vision of organization by taking advantage of collaborative partnerships and community alliances.    The strength of NCAFCS lies in the collective effort of all of our members.  This sentiment is best expressed in an African proverb that says, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”  There is strength and wisdom in unity. Each of us have been gifted with a talent that can benefit the organization; so, I encourage you to consider sharing that talent by getting involved in the organization at whatever level is you feel appropriate.  

Whether you’re a long-time member or just starting out, there are numerous ways you can engage and contribute. From volunteering for upcoming events, joining a committee, or sharing your skills and expertise, your involvement can make a significant impact in advancing our mission. Below are just a few ways to get involved:

  1. Join a Committee or Task Force: Be part of a group that drives initiatives forward and helps shape the direction of our organization.

  2. Share Your Knowledge: If you have skills or expertise to share, consider leading a workshop, webinar, or mentoring others in the community.

  3. Attend Meetings and Network: Come to our meetings, connect with fellow members, and share your thoughts and ideas.

  4. Spread the Word: Help us grow by inviting friends and colleagues who share our mission to join and get involved.

Getting more involved not only helps our organization thrive, but it’s also a great way for you to connect with like-minded individuals, develop new skills, and make a tangible impact.  Family and Consumer Sciences is more than just a discipline—it’s a movement toward creating better, healthier, and more sustainable communities. Whether you’re interested in improving your own life or making a larger societal impact, being involved in FCS offers invaluable opportunities to make meaningful contributions.  Our organization needs you and we look forward to your active participation this year.

On behalf of the entire leadership team, I wish you and your loved ones a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year. May it be filled with joy, growth, and new opportunities.

Thank you for everything you do to make North Carolina Association of Family and Consumer Sciences the extraordinary organization it is.  I look forward to seeing you all at our Annual Conference in Wrightsville Beach, February 11-12.

Warm regards,
Valerie L. Giddings, PhD

NCAFCS President 2024-2025

Senior Vice Provost

North Carolina A&T State University