french association of amateurs micromount

Founded in 1984 and since year of its foundation, more than half of the studies of the AFM took place in France. French association of amateur’s micromount was founded December 31, 1984. More than 400 French and foreign microminéralogistes are associated with them at present. Members of these associations are working in the field of mineralogy. They are specialized in the study of chemistry, physical properties and crystal structure of the minerals. They also study specifically process of mineral origin and classification and formation, their properties as well as their utilization. The general purpose of the AFM is to encourage and promote the activity and work of people who are passionate about micromount, mainly to establish healthy and friendly relations between all those who are interested in this field and to provide them a common platform. They are acting as a mediator between AFM members and official bodies working in the field of mineralogy. AFM has 3 more sub organisations with similar social goals and concerns. These organisations bring together all people who are motivated by passion for micromount. The leaders of these associations are working in collaboration so as to provide association members best working conditions to practice their activities. Now they are looking forward what these associations will bring together. To promote they are activities they are organising many events around the globe. They have organised more than 30 events since beginning. The three associations signed an agreement to strengthen their ties by establishing a cooperative relationship between each other by many means such as by generating favourable conditions for meetings/events of these organisations. In this way representative from each organisation get a stage to participate. They also provide access of the members of each association in events organized by others associations.