The World Association of Floral Artists (WAFA) was founded in 1981 by a group of flower arranging societies representing 19 countries. Today membership has grown to 31 countries. WAFA aims to reinforce the bonds of friendship between the various members and provide a forum whereby members can exchange ideas and trends in flower arranging. The care and conservation of natural resources and the envi
ronment are also important considerations. The association is voluntary and not- for-profit and is governed by a properly drafted constitution which is reviewed on an ongoing basis. WAFA is hosted on a three yearly term by an elected member country. During its tenure, the host country is responsible for organising and hosting an International Seminar and a World Flower Show. A General Assembly is also convened during the World Flower Show to conduct the business of the association. Previous host countries include United Kingdom (twice), Belgium, France, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Japan, Pakistan and the United States of America and have attracted audiences in the thousands. Ireland was the host country for 2011-2014 and Barbados will be hosts for 2014-2017. WAFA –The World Association of Floral Artists was founded in 1981 to reinforce the bonds of friendship among the various members and provide a forum whereby members can exchange ideas and trends in flower arranging. Every three years another member country undertakes the management of WAFA and produces an International Floral Art Seminar and an International Design Competition for floral artists. Barbados through the local national Flower Club BAFA INC ( Barbados Association of Floral Artists) will be hosting WAFA from July 2014-June 2017. Through this website we hope to:
Invite you to come to Barbados during June 18-25 ,2017 for the WAFA World Flower Show “FLOWERS IN PARADISE” to view what we envisage will be an exciting and awe inspiring spectacle of the creative abilities of our floral artists from around the globe. Showcase some of the floral art created by WAFA Members. Update you on our plans and activities and we encourage you to register for several of the events as they are announced.
