Association of French Secularists

The Association of French Secularists (AFS) is an organization dedicated to promoting and defending secularism in France, emphasizing the separation of church and state. It advocates for freedom of conscience, religious neutrality in public institutions, and the protection of individual rights regardless of religious beliefs. The AFS supports policies that prevent religious influence in government, education, and public services, aiming to ensure equal treatment for all citizens. By fostering dialogue and awareness, it seeks to uphold France’s principle of laïcité—secularism—as a fundamental value that promotes social cohesion, neutrality, and freedom of thought.