Our mission is to advance the science, technology, and application of welding and allied joining and cutting processes worldwide, including brazing, soldering, and thermal spraying. What does that mean for our members? We provide professional certification, education, and advancement opportunities; access to a network and community of mentors and industry leaders; and the chance to be a part of developing the next generation of welders.
We strive to be the preeminent global resource that enables welding professionals and the industries they serve to protect and improve lives.
Our mission and vision are who we are. The WELDING core values below unite us, allowing all of us to make a global impact.
Treating everyone we encounter with respect and recognizing the dignity of all stakeholders including members, volunteers, and AWS staff.
Striving to be the best we can be in our work, our relationships, our ideas, and our services is our pledge to the welding community.
Encouraging continuous education as a fundamental activity of welding industry professionals throughout their careers.
Providing a first-rate member experience, recognizing the importance of volunteer contributions, and valuing individual and cultural differences.
Being an unbiased source of technical information and cultivating a transparent and professional climate in all operations.
Fostering new and original knowledge and embracing change to advance and serve the welding industry.
Investing in the future of the welding community through scholarships, fellowships, and workforce development initiatives.
AWS values varied perspectives, advocates fair practices, and engages its members and stakeholders in establishing a culture in the welding community that welcomes, learns from, and celebrates differences among people. AWS recognizes that a commitment to fairness and respect is essential to achieving excellence for the Association, its members, and employees.