FAFICS 101: Onboarding New Officers
Brochure of Geneva ASSN
Tribute to Ed Seidler/FFOA

Dear fellow retirees, friends and relatives, We heard the sad news this morning. We know Ed was fighting his battle with great courage, strength and dignity. Ed and I exchanged views on the occasion of the FAFICS Council last July. He was following this important event from home as he felt he could not travel […]
FAFICS First President, George F. Saddler, celebrates 100th birthday!
FAFICS and FICSA Presidents meet up in Vienna

At a recent meeting in Vienna, FAFICS President Jerry Barton and FICSA President Wadzanai Garwe talked about the upcoming HLCM, including the importance of retiree representation on health insurance committees; and to further plan the joint FICSA/FAFICS virtual pre-retirement seminar later in October.
FAFICS President’s Letter Post-Council 2025
55th Session of the FAFICS Council Report Now Available
The official report of the 55th Session of the FAFICS Council, held from 14–17 July 2025 in Vienna, is now published. This document captures key discussions, decisions, and outcomes from the session. Members and interested stakeholders are invited to review the full report for insights into the work of the Council on the following link. […]
FAFICS@50 Commemorative Event FINAL REPORT
FAFICS 55th Council Session PRESIDENTS REPORT
Celebrating 50 Years of Legacy, Advocacy, and Community: Discover the FAFICS@50 Commemorative Publication

As FAFICS marks its 50th anniversary in 2025, this special publication honors the contributions of thousands of retired UN system staff who continue to champion the values of peace, service, and solidarity.