What is DEFCON
Orientation Video
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Mission Statement
Formed in 1997 in Atlanta, Georgia, AFGE’s Defense Conference was created to meet the growing challenges faced by federal employees working for the Department of Defense (DoD).
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Articles & Procedures
AFGE’s DEFCON is guided by an official rulebook called the Articles of Procedure and Operation. On March 31st, 2003, AFGE locals representing DoD employees adopted the Articles of Procedure and Operation, formalizing the governance of the Defense Conference (DEFCON).
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Organizing Resources
When working people come together and fight collectively for a better life, amazing things can happen.
Top News
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