Stay connected to the growing network of USFS Asian American and Pacific Islander employees by keeping your free membership info up-to-date. Since we revamped our organization and gained formal USDA recognition as an official employee Welfare and Recreation Organization* in 2011, all members need to submit a membership form. It’s free. If you were involved with APAEA in the past, and haven’t heard from the Association in a while, please fill out the membership form. Tell a coworker! *5 C.F.R. 251.102 and USDA Departmental Reg. DR-4020-251-01