History

1945, in Chicago, Illinois, 29 Home Economics leaders came together with the idea of creating a nationwide student organization that trains and teaches members to be leaders in their future homes and workplaces. Formally known as Future Homemakers of America- Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) was founded!

For 75 years, FCCLA has worked to educate members through Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS). Today, more than ten million students have been involved in FCCLA addressing important work and societal issues through National Programs, Competitive Events, and by attending many of the conferences held by this organization.

FCCLA continues to work in focusing on a variety of youth concerns, including parenting, family relationships, substance abuse, peer pressure, sustainability, nutrition and fitness, teen violence, and career preparation in four specific Career Pathways.

July 2011- FCCLA Leadership Academy was launched to provide national opportunities and recognition to any FCCLA member seeking leadership development.

September 2011- Technology-based, online STAR Events and a new type of Competitive Event, called Skill Demonstration Events, were included in the newly named Competitive Events Guide.

July 2015- FCCLA hosted a “70 Years Strong” anniversary rally on Capitol Hill, drawing thousands of FCCLA members to advocate for strong Family and Consumer Sciences education in schools.

July 2019- 33 STAR Events were offered in addition to FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl at FCCLA’s 2019 National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, CA, in which there was a record number of STAR Events participants (4,744) and teams (2,808) competing.

June 2020- FCCLA celebrates its 75th anniversary by showing how excited they are to continue preparing young people for success.

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