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Why Our Work Matters Now More Than Ever

  • July 18, 2025
  • Tara Hofmann

In this video update for volunteers, I reflect on the themes of my recent article “What We Do Matters – Now More Than Ever”, and how our work today is demonstrating that Americans continue to believe in connection, empathy, and global citizenship.  If you can’t click on the above photo please click on the video link […]

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Sponsored Programs Coloring Page Available to Order

  • July 16, 2025
  • AFS-USA

Jaz is the winner of this year’s Sponsored Programs Coloring Page Contest! She is the granddaughter of volunteer and host mom Kim Thompson in World Class. Jaz is six years old and has been positively impacted by intercultural exchange through being a fourth generation AFSer. The coloring page was inspired by the design she shared […]

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New AFS Exchange Podcast Episode!

  • July 14, 2025
  • AFS-USA

In our latest podcast episode, we follow the story of Michael, a first-time host dad, as he recounts his year hosting an exchange student from Germany. From the moment he decided to host and the excitement leading up to his student’s arrival, to the ways his daily routine changed, Michael shares how opening his home […]

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RSVP for National Hosting Call July 31

  • Renee Hayes

You’re Invited: AFS National Hosting Call
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM ET
📍 Location: Zoom

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AFS-USA National Council: New Leadership & Goals for 2025-2026

  • July 9, 2025
  • National Council

The National Council is a key leadership body of AFS-USA composed of volunteers and senior staff who work collaboratively, to address and advance the organizational priorities of AFS-USA. As of July 1, 2025, the council welcomed a new Chair and Vice-Chair, Patti Rounsevell (Chair) and Jessica Robinson (Co-Chair). 

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AFS-USA Community Summits coming this Fall!

  • July 8, 2025
  • Scott Hume

AFS-USA, in partnership with the National Council, is organizing a series of six Community Summits across the US starting this fall through the spring of 2026.

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Visa Interview Availability in Japan

  • July 7, 2025
  • AFS-USA Hosting

AFS-USA recently became aware of potential challenges related to visa appointment availability in Japan. This issue is specific to the US embassy in Japan.

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Last chance to nominate for volunteer recognition awards!

  • Volunteer Recognition Committee

The deadline to nominate a volunteer or team for an award is July 14.

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Final Week to Apply for the Global Leadership Summit

  • Stakeholder Engagement

The deadline to apply for the Spain volunteer summit is July 14.

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Sponsored Programs Coloring Page Winner!

  • July 3, 2025
  • Natalie Rehberger

Jaz is the winner of this year’s Sponsored Programs Coloring Page Contest! She is the granddaughter of volunteer and host mom Kim Thompson in World Flags. Jaz is six years old and

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  • What We Do Matters - Now More than Ever
  • Resumption of Visa Interviews for Hosted Participants
  • 2025 Volunteer Award Nominations Now Open

Featured Articles

  • New AFS Exchange Podcast Episode!
  • AFS-USA National Council: New Leadership & Goals for 2025-2026
  • What We Do Matters - Now More than Ever

From the President

  • Why Our Work Matters Now More Than Ever
  • What We Do Matters - Now More than Ever
  • Resumption of Visa Interviews for Hosted Participants

Board of Directors

  • AFS-USA Board seeks individuals with strong professional and volunteer experience - apply by February 14!
  • Apply by February 2nd if your professional and volunteer experience matches the needs of the AFS-USA Board of Directors!
  • A Message From The New AFS-USA Board Chair, Barb Olson

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