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Our mission is to support and promote the purposes, principles and programmes of the United Nations organizations; to advise and assist former international civil servants and those about to separate from service; to represent the interests of its members within the system, especially on pension and health insurance (ASHI) matters; to foster social and personal relationships among members; to promote their well being; and to encourage mutual support of individual members.
AFICS/NY: Serving UN Retirees since 1970
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Welcome to the Website of the Association of Former International Civil Servants/New York (AFICS/NY)
AFICS/NY works to protect the interests of retiring and retired UN staff and their families. We are advocates for our members, informing and supporting them on matters related to the Pension Fund, Health Insurance, USA Taxation, Social Security, and Residence in the USA. We also promote member well-being and foster social and personal relationships through activities such as Ageing Smart workshops and Social Events. Useful information and links for members living (or visiting) the NYC area, and in support of the work of the UN are available here.
Make the AFICS/NY website your information portal before *and* after retirement!
Join us by filling out this Application Form (here) and emailing it to [email protected].
Find here more on Membership.
AFICS/NY President, Darshak Shah
Social Events
AFICS/NY is seeking stories on 80 Years After the End of WWII and the creation of the UN
Join the AFICS/NY Communications Committee – Be Part of Our Website Redesign!
Are you passionate about web design, social media, or content creation? AFICS is launching an exciting project to redesign our website, introduce social media tools, and create a platform that better serves our members and community. We’re looking for talented volunteers to join our team in roles such as Project Manager, Web Developer (WordPress/Drupal), Content Developer, and Graphic Designer.
This is your chance to make an impact, showcase your skills, and collaborate with a dynamic team on a high-profile project. The project is flexible, volunteer-based, and spans 6–12 months, with an estimated commitment of 10 hours per month.
Let’s create something amazing together!
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
ACTIVITIES IN FOCUS
< Quick Links to Association Topics >
FAFICS
New Year 2025 video message and letter and other messages from Jerry Barton, FAFICS President
54th FAFICS Council, Bangkok, July, 2024
FAFICS is a Federation of 64 member Associations of Former International Civil Servants (AFICS), organizations and agencies of the United Nations system located in all regions of the world. The Federation was established in 1975 and has offices at the UN Headquarters in Geneva and New York.
AFICS/NY's FAFICS Affiliations page
QUICK LINKS
IN MEMORIAM
SERVICES TO MEMBERS
- UN System Support: Fosters member participation in the substantive activities of the UN system by their writing, public speaking, NGO involvement and represents FAFICS on request.
- Support: Provides assistance on legal, insurance and other personal matters as requested and as appropriate.
- Outreach: Supports and outreach to individuals as appropriate.
SERVICES page
Additionally:
The Charities Foundation provides one-time grants to help members and works closely with the UNJSPF Emergency Fund.
CHARITIES FOUNDATION page
Volunteer Opportunities
The best way to find yourself, is to lose yourself in the service of others. Mahatma Gandhi
Please share your knowledge and skills. Visit our Committees page for more details on the work we do for ideas. For example:
Researcher/Reporter
Writer/Proofreader
Website Usage Tester
Graphics Designer
Technology Innovation Researcher
Research/Data Entry Assistance
Photographer
Volunteer Coordinator
Additionally: Would you like to join the UN Speakers Bureau and share your UN expertise and career path? The UN Speakers Bureau team in DPI is always looking to add new speakers to its roster to talk to a range of audiences, especially students. Most briefings take place at UNHQ, while some have the opportunity to travel. Go to our Volunteering page for further details!
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Community Spotlights
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50th Anniversary Closing Commemoration, 4 May 2021: View the Event's Programme, the virtual session's videos including AFICS/NY members singing "Heal the World" plus the 50th Anniversary Bulletin and the Raffle.
UNHQ Calendar 2025
UN RELATED
AROUND
THE COMMUNITY
- Ageing Well
Big Apple Greeter: A Free Welcome-Visitor Service from NYC Volunteers
edX | Free Online Courses from Major Universities Worldwide
NYC-ARTS (Free Museum Days or Pay What You Wish Locations)
NYC-ARTS (Cultural Guide for Seniors)
Project Gutenberg (a library of over 60,000 free eBooks)
- Being Social
Delegates Dining Room at the United Nations
NYC: The Official Guide <NYCGO>
- Health & Travel
CDC – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Travel.State.Gov (U.S. Dept of State/Bureau of Consular Affairs)
UnitedHealthcare Global Assistance (Member Login)
WHO – International Travel and Health
- Pension Fund
UNSJPF Member Self-Service (MSS)
- Pre-Retirement
Soon to Retire: Register for UN Staff Union Pre-retirement seminar, 25 - 27 February 2025
- Beyond Retirement
International Civil Service Commission - JobNet
Job Opportunities for Retirees (AFSA site)