MISSION
FCCLA seeks to promote personal growth and leadership development through
family and consumer sciences education. Focusing on
the multiple roles of family member, wage earner, and community leader,
members develop skills for life through:
Character development;
Creative and critical thinking;
Interpersonal communication;
Practical knowledge; and
Career preparation.
PURPOSES
To provide opportunities for personal development and preparation for adult life.
- To encourage democracy through cooperative action in the home and community.
- To encourage individual and group involvement in helping achieve global cooperation and harmony.
- To promote greater understanding between youth and adults.
- To prepare for the multiple roles of men and women in today's society.
To strengthen the function of the family as the basic unit of society.
To provide opportunities for making decisions and for assuming responsibilities.
To promote family and consumer sciences education and related occupations.