Looking for an easy way to stay connected to the global FFA community? You’re in luck. The Forever Blue Network, which debuted in May, gives FFA members, alumni and supporters the opportunity to come together no matter where they are. All that’s required is your phone or a computer and internet access.
“The Forever Blue Network is a personal and professional development social network that’s completely devoted to FFA,” says Joshua Rusk, executive director of National FFA Alumni and Supporters. “You can share memories, reconnect with friends you met through FFA, look for job or internship opportunities, and get plugged in to what’s going on in FFA right now.”
To ensure the Forever Blue Network stays safe and secure, all applications are screened before they’re approved. Those with FFA IDs — unique identification numbers assigned to individual profiles in the National FFA database — are more quickly accepted into the network. Others may require a more in-depth review and wait as many as three business days to receive access.
Currently, only the FFA members in the class of 2021 and older are approved to join, which Rusk says is due to the broad age range of members, alumni and supporters.
“Extensive security measures are in place to safeguard the Forever Blue Network because safety is our top priority,” Rusk says. “If someone is not an FFA member or alumni and wants to join, we ask for additional information before approving their application.
“Think of the Forever Blue Network as your one-stop-shop for all things FFA,” Rusk says. “It’s a unique way of leveraging the network of FFA members and alumni around the globe to benefit both job seekers and employers while also enhancing the work being done at the local level. It creates a safe space to rekindle or develop personal connections as well as gain new ideas.”
Join Today
Create an account one of two ways:
- Visit ForeverBlueNetwork.org on your computer or mobile device.
- Download the Forever Blue Network app. Android users can directly download the app, but iOS users must first download the Graduway Community app. After entering your affiliation with the National FFA Organization, it displays the Forever Blue Network.
Start Connecting
Once you’re in, access these fun features:
- Post in and peruse the feed.
- Interact with fellow users’ posts.
- Search for alumni mentors.
- Scroll through the job board.
- Join and connect with groups.
