What is a YAC?

The Young AFCEAns (also fondly known as YACs) are AFCEA (The Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association) members under the age of 40. In order to more closely identify with the needs and interests of its younger members, AFCEA designated YACs as a distinct unit within the AFCEA organization. Young AFCEAns are represented on the local AFCEA Chapter Board of Directors (Vice President for Young AFCEAn Affairs). Just like their fellow AFCEA members, Young AFCEAns network with fellow professionals and participate in the normal activities of the chapter. In addition, Young AFCEAns work to make a unique impact on the local community by:

· Mentoring at local schools
· Hosting technology events
· Judging Science Fairs
· Hosting mentoring events for peer YAC’s

In order to address this demographics unique interests, the mentoring activities of Young AFCEAn members are generally tailored to career development, leadership development, and access to senior leaders that would not otherwise be gained outside of the Young AFCEAn activities. Young AFCEAns practice their leadership skills as active members of their local chapters, in the Region as a Regional YAC, or even at the International level on the Young AFCEAn Advisory Council.