New School Outreach Training Available!
Are you curious about how best to share AFS opportunities with schools?
Lewis and Clark: Then and Now Concludes Our Second Domestic Pilot Program!
Last week, students from across the United States completed Lewis and Clark: Then and Now, an immersive program that explored the rich history, cultures, and communities of the Pacific Northwest while building the intercultural understanding and AFS Power Skills needed to thrive in today’s interconnected world.
View the July 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
View the July 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families HERE!
School Outreach Coordinator Meeting on August 4th
Join the School Outreach Advisory Group and prep for the new school year!
Pathfinder: NextGen Careers Wraps Up Our First Domestic Pilot Program!
Students from across the U.S. traveled to Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, for Pathfinder: NextGen Careers, a one-week immersive experience designed to help young people explore future career pathways while building the AFS Power Skills that prepare them for an interconnected world.
July 2026 National Hosting Call Recap
Thank you to everyone who joined Wednesday’s National Volunteer Call! You can find a link to the presentation and World Cup AFS Trivia questions and answers in this recap.
Ready, Set, Celebrate: New Volunteer Recognition Resources
Want a fun, easy way to celebrate local volunteers? Two brand-new resources just launched to help you recognize volunteer achievements locally. Discover more here!
Vibing Hour for Young Volunteers Recap
The Young Adult Volunteer Advisory Group hosted an interactive happy hour event for younger volunteers on June 15th. Thanks to everyone who
View the July 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
View the July 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families HERE!
New Episode of The AFS Exchange Podcast!
We’re sharing a story from Meika, an exchange student from Hiroshima, Japan.