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 (not sponsored/co-sponsored by IAFP*) addressing a wide range of food safety topics or multiple aspects of a single relevant issue (e.g., an emerging food safety issue that appeals to a broad audience). Note that this does not have to be the Affiliate’s Annual Meeting. The award consists of a framed certificate.
*Does not include funds provided under the IAFP Executive Board Speaker/Expanded Speaker Program
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”) sustained over multiple years. The awards consists of a plaque and a $500 honorarium sponsored by IAFP.
Awarded to the Affiliate contributing to the education of its members during the year prior to submission with an education program of technical meeting(s), conference(s), webinar(s), workshop(s), classes, or other means pertinent to the interests of its membership with regard to food protection/safety. The award consists of a framed certificate.
Awarded to the Affiliate distributing high-quality communication materials to their general membership on a regular basis with informative content and attractive layout that encourage member engagement. The award consists of a framed certificate.
Awarded to an Affiliate demonstrating progressive and innovative plans and ideas to recruit new members to join its Affiliate organization and retain current members. It is not necessary for new Affiliate members to join the International Association for Food Protection, although that is desirable. The award consists of a framed certificate.
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.
