Affiliates share in the excitement of the International Association's Annual Meeting by participating in committee meetings, social events, symposia, networking, and the Awards Banquet. Several Affiliate Awards are presented annually to recognize Affiliate organizations for their accomplishments and for contributing to the mission of the International Association. Those recognitions include:
Best Overall Affiliate Meeting Award
Awarded to the Affiliate hosting a comprehensive meeting addressing a wide range of food safety topics.
Awarded to the Affiliate demonstrating exceptional overall achievement in promoting the mission of the International Association for Food Protection (“to provide food safety professionals worldwide with a forum to exchange information on protecting the food supply”).
Awarded to the Affiliate contributing to the education of its members with a technical meeting(s), conference(s), webinar(s), and/or workshop(s) pertinent to the interests of its membership with regard to food protection/safety.
Awarded to the Affiliate distributing high-quality communication materials to their general membership on a regular basis with informative content and attractive layout.
Awarded to an Affiliate demonstrating progressive and innovative plans and ideas to recruit new members to join its Affiliate organization and retain current members.
Throughout the year, Affiliates are encouraged to nominate individuals for Certificate of Merit Awards. These awards are given to IAFP Members who have been active in both their Affiliate and the International Association for Food Protection, and have shown support of the ideals and objectives of the International Association. Nominations are voted on by the International Association's Executive Board. Recipients are recognized at the IAFP Affiliate Council Meeting and at the local Affiliate Meeting.
Many Affiliates recognize their student members through monetary scholarships, donations of books to student libraries and providing support to enable students to attend the International Association for Food Protection Annual Meeting. The Association currently has 14 Affiliates who offer 37 scholarships. The monetary value of these scholarships is in excess of $22,000 each year. The International Association encourages Affiliates to support students and encourage their development in the profession of food safety.
Affiliate View is IAFP’s quarterly newsletter specifically for our Affiliates. From information about upcoming events to news about IAFP programs and services, the Affiliate View is a valuable source of information to help you make the most of your Membership status.
