What does it mean to affiliate with FCCLA?

To affiliate with FCCLA means to formally join the organization, which involves paying dues. This process signifies an individual or chapter's commitment to the values, goals, and activities of FCCLA. When members affiliate, they gain access to various resources, events, and opportunities that the organization provides, including leadership development, competitive events, and conferences.

While attending conferences, volunteering in community service events, and participating in workshops are all valuable activities associated with FCCLA, they are not the defining actions of affiliation. Affiliation specifically establishes a formal relationship with the organization, allowing individuals to benefit fully from the programs and resources FCCLA offers.