Membership is the core of everything AFF is about--a network of conservative and libertarian leaders and talent. That network has been building for ten years, which makes it robust and extensive in all levels in D.C., but also around the country. To be a member of AFF is to be a part of this network and to gain leadership experience through our programs. People in our network often come to AFF to hire from our talent pool of members when they become successful in their own careers, as do the major policy organizations and other groups. Below are the benefits of membership.
AFF's famous Roundtables at the Fund for American Studies building just north of Dupont Circle feature the best of young talent and current policy stars. The topics are fresh and relevant, and our panelists explore the issues at hand from the perspective of their implications on libertarians and conservatives. If you're interested in getting experience with public speaking, this is the place to exercise your talents. Many great policy leaders have gotten their start on our panels. With anywhere from 50 to 80 people packed in, these events bring you great analysis in the company of your high-powered peers. Munchies and drinks included--free entry for members, but $5 for non-members. That's a $50 value over the year for members! The Roundtables alone are reason to join! Click here to see some of our past Roundtable events.
Now alternating between Capitol Hill and Dupont Circle, our monthly happy hours are well-attended with people making things happen in DC every day. This is the best opportunity to mingle, get to know other members and friends, and forge professional and personal relationships you may have for years to come. Click here to see some of our past Happy Hour events.
To provide even more value to our members and explore the connections of philosophy and freedom in art and pop culture, AFF Underground hosts events for smaller groups of people every 6 or 8 weeks. This program seeks to bring DC's rich cultural offerings to its members with carefully chosen events designed to expose attendees to art and culture, and understand and enjoy their significance. It also creates a fun, comfortable atmosphere to attend events among friends. Members enjoy special discounts on tickets and other aspects of the events. Click here to see some of our past Underground events.
Launched in November 2005, AFF Radio is our podcasted Radio show featuring policy analysis from established analysts and up-and-coming talent. Stay up-to-date on issues by taking AFF with you on your MP3 player. We search out new radio talent from among our members.
Stay in touch with AFF's upcoming events, events around town, new job postings, and other info in the weekly Room 101 email.
Every year around June we throw a special party for our members with food, live music, and of course the best company in town! This is a $20 value.
The famous Crabfest is a long-standing tradition for AFF. Set at the beautiful Collinsworth Mansion in Alexandria, we enjoy Maryland crabs, drinks, and live jazz with over 100 AFF members and friends. Members get $15 off the $40 ticket or free tickets--check the comparison chart.
Members get a free subscription to our quarterly web magazine. It is full of great analysis but up-and-coming writers, as well as a recently added fiction section. The non-member subscription rate is $25 for the year.
Receive member-only invitations to dinners with top conservative and libertarian leaders sharing their insights, wisdom, and experience on developing yourself as a leader.
Executive level members get a bi-monthly update memo from the Executive Director, David Kirby, detailing the great news on AFF's activities and progress.
Celebrating ten years of harnessing libertarian and conservative talent in Washington D.C., the tenth anniversary dinner will give us a chance to look back and ahead. Non-member tickets for this event will be $100.