Our Vision
A trusted Arab professional network where food safety excellence protects consumers, elevates industry competitiveness, and supports sustainable food systems.
Professional association · Since 2010
AFSA
Arab Food Safety Association
Advancing food safety excellence across the Arab world
Science-led food safety systems
Welcome
Welcome to Arab Food Safety Association
AFSA has been active since January 1, 2010. We are a nonprofit, non-political, non-discriminatory professional association uniting food safety leaders, practitioners, institutes, and industry partners across the Arab world.
Through country chapters, technical boards, events, knowledge programs, and career pathways, we strengthen food safety culture from farm to fork.
About AFSA Since 2010 Professional association heritage
22+ Country chapters & International Desk
Networks Boards, providers, sponsors & members
Purpose
Vision & Mission
Guiding principles behind AFSA’s regional food safety mission.
Our Mission
Connect professionals, chapters, and partners; share knowledge; develop competencies; and promote science-based standards across the food value chain.
Presence
Country Chapters
AFSA operates through national chapters across Arab countries and an International Desk.
Algeria 
Bahrain 
Comoros 
Djibouti 
Egypt 
Iraq 
Jordan 
Kuwait 
Lebanon 
Libya 
Mauritania 
Morocco 
Oman 
Palestine 
Qatar 
Saudi Arabia 
Somalia 
Sudan 
Syria 
Tunisia 
United Arab Emirates 
Yemen 
International Desk Algeria Bahrain Comoros Djibouti Egypt Iraq Jordan Kuwait Lebanon Libya Mauritania Morocco Oman Palestine Qatar Saudi Arabia Somalia Sudan Syria Tunisia United Arab Emirates Yemen International Desk Leadership
Messages & Executive Guidance
Direction from AFSA leadership and the Central Executive Committee.
President Message
Welcome to the Arab Food Safety Association. We unite professionals, institutions, and industry leaders to raise food safety standards across the Arab region through collaboration, knowledge, and integrity.
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Central Executive Committee
Our executive leadership guides AFSA programs, country chapters, technical boards, and partnerships that strengthen the food profession.
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Programs & Events
Trainings, webinars, conferences, and professional gatherings for the food community.
Arab Food Safety Conference
Regional gathering of regulators, industry, and academia on food safety systems.
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Food Safety Webinar Series
Expert-led sessions on HACCP, halal compliance, lab methods, and market access.
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Professional Training Programs
Competency-building courses for auditors, quality managers, and practitioners.
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Sponsorship Tiers
Partner with AFSA to reach food safety professionals across the Arab region.
Platinum
Premier visibility across events, digital channels, and signature programs.
Diamond
High-profile partnership with priority branding and speaking opportunities.
Gold
Strong brand presence across AFSA network activities and publications.
Collaboration
Conferences & MoUs
AFSA builds strategic relationships with institutions, societies, and industry partners through memoranda of understanding, conferences, and joint programs that advance regional food safety.
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Ecosystem
Service Providers
Food industry suppliers, vendors, contractors, laboratories, and service companies supporting safety and quality across the value chain.
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Engage
Packages & Plans
Choose how you participate — membership, sponsorship, talent, or directory access.
Careers
Find & Post Jobs
Connect food safety talent with employers across manufacturing, labs, certification, catering, and regulatory roles.