Overview

Founded on February 28, 2002, AAFEA is widely recognized as the leading non-profit organization dedicated to preparing and supporting African Americans for advancement into and within the senior ranks of the US Government. On January 5, 2006, AAFEA was incorporated as AAFEA Inc. AAFEA membership is open to active and retired federal employees in grades GS-13 through SES (or equivalent grades). AAFEA membership is also available to uniform members of the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Merchant Marines, and Public Health in grade Major (or equivalent) and above.