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Improving Quality of Life
A year-round program directed to
improve the quality of life for all members of the military
community.
 Army Spouses created AFAP in the late 1970s as a grassroots
idea to improve the standard of living for their Families. These
Spouses realized that they would have to get organized to
accomplish this. So, they identified problems, suggested ways to
resolve these problems, and volunteered to fix them. This was
the beginning of AFAP as we know it today. AFAP was officially
adopted by the Department of the Army in July 1983 and was
published in 1984.
What's in the News about AFAP
25th AFAP: Army to double money for family programs
Retired Gen. Wickham recalls Army Family Action Plan
Its as simple as 1, 2, 3!
1. You Tell Us What You Think Using submission forms
found throughout the Fort Drum Community and on the Fort Drum
website, submit your ideas, concerns, or suggestions.
2. AFAP Listens and Acts Once an issue is received, it
is reviewed by local volunteers, discussed at monthly forums,
and submitted for action at the Fort Drum annual AFAP
Conference.
3. Together We Find A Solution Although some issues
take time or are proven unattainable, every issue is reviewed,
monitored, and tracked until a resolution is found. Most issues
can be handled locally and are sent to the appropriate
directorate for resolution. Those issues beyond the scope of
Fort Drum are forwarded to the annual Forces Command (FORSCOM)
Conference for resolution. If the issue is not resolved at that
level, it is then forwarded onto the Headquarters, Department of
the Army (HQDA) AFAP Conference.
To submit an issue online - click on the
link below
Submit an Issue
or a
Downloadable Submission Form
may be filled out and submitted to any of the submission boxes
located throughout Fort Drum, dropped off at the ACS Bldg on
Conway Road, or email to
drum.mwraftb@conus.army.mil
AFAP is most often recognized for the local level conferences
held each year to seek input on critical issues that affect the
well-being of the individuals on a specific installation.
The AFAP tries to resolve issues at a local level; however, if a
resolution is unattainable at the local level and the issue has
merit, it is forwarded on to the Forces Command level. If
the issue is not resolved at that level, it is then forwarded
onto the Headquarters, Department of the Army AFAP.
The AFAP process is made up of delegates from all over the
installation, including but not limited to, Active Duty
Military, Reservists, DA civilians, Family Members and Retirees.
All their input and experience goes into working the issues and
finding resolutions.
The results help to strengthen the readiness of the Army, make
and change legislation and create policies and services from the
ideas and suggestions created at the conference. Some examples
of improved programs and services that have been implemented are
Army Family Team Building, Better Opportunities for Single
Soldiers as well as the Thrift Savings Plan now available to
soldiers.
If you would like to become a part of this important process as
a delegate, recorder or facilitator or you would just like to
submit an issue or concern contact AFAP in the ACS Building, or
email us at drum.mwraftb@conus.army.mil
Community Life Office offers professional development to include
facilitator training. Students learn how to stay on track and focused,
stimulate discussion, and balance participant contribution. They learn to
be better prepared for greater productivity during meetings as well as
further enhance skills as an instructor. Using a facilitator is
fundamental and a great idea for keeping a meeting focused and the group
involved. The perils of conducting a class or meeting without a
facilitator are many, and often lead to a high level of frustration among
participants. The dangers include drifting from the agenda, lack of
participation, running overtime and many more. During the workshop
students will gain keen insights into facilitation excellence and apply
those skills in their own unique settings.
Facilitator, Recorder, Transcriber, Issue Support (FRTI) Training
Training is offered for Army Family Action Plan (AFAP) volunteers to
provide information and procedures for the annual Army Family Action Plan
Conference.
FRTI team roles are important to the flow of the AFAP conference and
training is offered to enhance skills needed to perform tasks and guide
delegates through the process, ending in solid recommendations to issues
previously submitted for discussion.
Fort Drum AFAP
program regularly holds forums in preparation for the annual
Conference. Forums designate the issues that will be discussed
during the Conference. Contact the Community Life Office for
dates and times.
Sep 29 - Oct 1,
2009 Fort Drum AFAP Conference at The Commons
2008 Fort Drum Conference
2007 Fort Drum Conference
Click on the agency below for a detailed list of AFAP Issues:
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Chaplain
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DENTAC
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Emergency Services
- DES
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Finance
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Human Resources
- DHR
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MEDDAC
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Morale, Welfare,
and Recreation - MWR
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Mountain Community
Homes - FDMCH
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Personnel Support
- G1
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Public Works
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Secretary of
General Staff - SGS
Contact Information
Army Family Action Plan
Army Community Service
Conway Road, Bldg. P-4330
315-772-6710
drum.mwraftb@conus.army.mil
Army Community Service
Conway Road, Bldg. P-4330
315-772-6557
1-800-826-0886
drum.mwracs@conus.army.mil
The Hours of Operation for each
facility are listed on the Directory page.
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