AFS is pleased to announce that we will meet in Asheville, North Carolina from October 27-31, 2026. Mark your calendars to gather in the mountains of western North Carolina!
Annual Meeting News
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A PDF version of the 2025 annual meeting program, including detailed program information for the Atlanta and Virtual program days, is now available on the AFS website.
Folklorist Rachel Hopkin wins the first place award in the Radio Outstanding Feature category of the Oklahoma Society of Professional Journalists Pro Chapter's 2025 Awards for her podcast episode.
AFS developed the following guidelines for conference presenters to follow in order to make their work more accessible to all.
Looking for the most efficient way to get to the Crowne Plaza Atlanta Midtown? Whether you're driving or flying, here are some tips for a smooth start to the Annual Meeting.
AFS annual meeting attendees are welcome to join the Oral History Association (OHA) keynote on Friday, October 17, 7:00–9:00pm ET. The event is free but registration is required.
AFS President Amy Skillman will give the Presidential Plenary "'You Gotta Go with Your Gut:' Navigating Risk and Fear in the Storm" for the 2025 Annual Meeting in Atlanta on Sunday, October 19, 4:00–5:00pm ET.
JAF invites you to read "Safety in the Field: A Reflection and Progress Report" by Mathilde Frances Lind for free to prepare for a session on fieldwork safety at the upcoming annual meeting.
AFS is currently seeking volunteers to help with supporting the upcoming annual meeting in-person and online. Please note that roles are limited and not all applications will be selected.
The AFS Fellows are currently taking names for registration for the Breakfast with a Fellow event, which will take place on Monday, October 20, 7:15–8:30am. This year's fellows are Nancy Groce, Diana Baird N'Diaye, C. Kurt Dewhurst, and Joseph Sciorra.