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The American Church in Paris, 65 quai d'Orsay, 75007 Paris; 011-33-1-40620500, fax 011-33-1-40620511; www.acparis.org, is an interdenominational fellowship for Americans residing in Paris. The American Church also serves as a community center for the american expatriate community, offering a wide variety of services and activities.
American Citizens Abroad, 1051 N. George Mason Dr., Arlington, VA 22205; fax 703-527-3269; jacabr@aol.com, www.aca.ch. Assists Americans abroad with information, advice, useful links, country contacts, and more, with contact addresses in 40 countries.
The Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW), is a non-profit organization that represents the changing interests and concerns of spouses and families in today's dynamic Foreign Service. AAFSW,
5555 Columbia Pike,
Suite 208,
Arlington, VA 22204-3117; Tel: 703-820-5420;
Fax: 703-820-5421; office@aafsw.org.
The Association of American Resident Overseas (AARO), 34, Avenue de New York, Paris 75116 France; 011-33-1-47-20-24-15, fax 011-33-1-47-20-24-16; www.aaro.org. Works to secure, protect, and improve basic American rights for U.S. citizens overseas. Offers a group medical insurance plan. Publishes quarterly newsletter. Active in facilitating absentee voting in U.S. Federal Elections.
Democrats Abroad, www.democratsabroad.org, is the official Democratic Party organization for Americans living abroad.
Federation of American Women's Clubs Overseas, www.fawco.org. An international network to support American women living abroad with over 70 member clubs in 35 countries worldwide. Addresses concerns about education, environmental protection, and women’s and children’s rights.
Global Nomad Virtual Village (GNVV), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the support and understanding of Third Culture Kids (TCKs), provides information and resources for global nomads. GNVV, 6174 Otter Run Ct., Cliftonton, VA 20124; info@gnvv.org, www.gnvv.org.
Interaction Inc. provides resources and information for Third Culture Kids, their parents, and institutions. P. O. Box 863, Wheaton, IL 60189, Street Address: 25W560 Geneva Rd., Carol Stream, IL 60188; Tel: (630) 653-8780; Fax: (815) 846-1778; office@interactionintl.org; www.interactionintl.org.
Living Abroad International Resource Center provides subscription-based country information, resources and tools for businesses, employees, business travelers, and relocating individuals and families. Living Abroad LLC, 501 Westport Ave #255, Norwalk, CT 06851; 203-221-1997, fax: (203) 286-1338; globalhq@livingabroad.com; www.livingabroad.com.
Overseas Vote Foundation, www.overseasvotefoundation.org, provides a very valuable nonpartisan, secure Internet-based voter registration services and support to the millions of US citizens who live outside the country and want to participate in federal elections. Any questions? Go directly to their Voter Help Desk. Want to register and apply for an absentee ballot? Like to see the Election Official Directory? Look up your loca lrepresentative? It is all on the site and much more, including Youth Vote Overseas and Military Voter Services.
Republicans Abroad, www.republicansabroad.org, is the official Republican party organization for Americans living abroad.
Transition Dynamics, 2448 NW 63rd St., Seattle WA 98107; 206-789-3290; bfschaetti@transition-dynamics.com, www.transition-dynamics.com. A consulting firm that assists international expatriate families with the challenges of cross-cultural adjustment and moving overseas. Specializes in assisting families who move frequently. Web site contains useful articles, information for children and schooling, listings of organizations, links, and a ShowCase to share expatriate experiences.
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