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        You are here: Home / Latest News / AFA News Now / 2026 AFA Board of Directors Convention: What You Need To Know

        2026 AFA Board of Directors Convention: What You Need To Know

        March 4, 2026 09:01

        Next week, our Master Executive Council (MEC) Officers, Local Executive Council (LEC) Presidents, and several other LEC Officers, Committee Chairpersons, and Committee Members will attend the 53rd Annual AFA Board of Directors (BOD) Convention in Portland, Oregon. They will join representatives from other AFA airlines to address our Union’s business at the international level.

        Watch this short video to learn what happens at the BOD Convention and why your engagement matters.

        Schedule of Events

        Saturday, March 7 Regular MEC Meeting
        Sunday, March 8 Executive Board Meeting (MEC Presidents from all airlines)
        Monday, March 9Board of Directors Convention begins
        Picketing in support of Horizon Flight Attendants @ PDX
        Awards presentation
        Tuesday, March 10Board of Directors Convention continues
        International Officer election
        Wednesday, March 11Board of Directors Convention continues

        BOD Convention Agenda Items

        Your LEC President represents you and other members of your Local Council on the BOD, casting votes on your behalf during the meeting. Our MEC Officers participate in an ex-officio capacity but do not have voting privileges.

        Twelve advance agenda items were submitted for the Board’s consideration. In the weeks leading up to the Convention, each Local Council held meetings to discuss these items, providing your LEC President the opportunity to gather feedback from Members. You can review the full list and language of the agenda items on the BOD Convention page of the AFA International website.

        Attending The Convention

        If you’ll be in Portland, don’t miss the chance to see our Union’s democratic process in action! Attendance at the Convention is open to any AFA Member in good standing. Registration is required. You can find more information about the logistics of the Convention on the BOD Convention page and register by clicking here.

        Learn More About The BOD Convention

        Want to know more about the BOD Convention and its impact? Access the interactive module on the AFA Online Learning Academy. This resource provides valuable insights into the BOD’s role in conducting business and making decisions at the international level of our Union. Whether you’re interested in how AFA operates or looking to get more involved, this is a great opportunity to explore our democratic process and expand your knowledge.

        Click here to access the “What is the AFA Board of Directors?” module >

        Note: If it’s your first time using the AFA Online Learning Academy, you’ll need to register for a free account to access the module.

        Feedback or Questions?

        Your LEC President is your voice at the Board of Directors meeting, but they can only be as effective as the feedback they receive from you. Your input shapes the decisions made on our behalf—don’t hesitate to share your thoughts, questions, or concerns. Reach out to your LEC President today and make your voice heard.

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