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Dear AAFSW Community,
With deepest sadness, AAFSW announces the passing of Moises Mendoza. Moises was a person whose deep care for others often made it easy to overlook that he, too, deserved compassion. His dedication and commitment to the Foreign Service community enriched our organization and touched countless lives. He embodied the very spirit of service that AAFSW and the SOSA program strive to honor, and his example will continue to guide and inspire us.
My own experience working with him comes from his role as Chair of the Secretary of State Award for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad (SOSA) within the Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW). After joining the AAFSW Board in 2022, Moises took responsibility for every aspect of the SOSA program, which honors exceptional volunteer service by those under Chief of Mission authority at U.S. diplomatic and consular posts overseas. Click here to learn more about Moises through this video.
Read President Celine Ford's letter
Update: Secretary of State Awards for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad (SOSA): Celebrating Our 2025 SOSA Honorees In alignment with the AAFSW Board of Directors, the SOSA Committee announces the 2025 SOSA Honorees, recognized for their outstanding service and leadership. Although the 2025 ceremony has been postponed indefinitely, their achievements are fully honored, with AAFSW ensuring both recognition and full award funding, so their impact is recognized without pause. Warm regards, Celine Ford |
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