Reaching New Heights: AFS Volunteers Build Community, Connection, and Impact in Denver!
Sharing ideas, strengthening teams, and inspiring action across AFS. Read more about the recent Community Summit in Colorado.
Nominate Schools and Educators for an AFS Award!
Learn how to give your amazing schools and educators the recognition they deserve!
Join the AFS-USA Volunteer Recruitment Campaign!
This month, we’re kicking off a new volunteer recruitment campaign, where we’ll share real testimonials from AFS-USA volunteers to showcase the many benefits of becoming a volunteer, following the theme of “Find Your People. Find Your Purpose. Find Your AFS.”
October 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
View the October 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families HERE!
Welcome to the Hosting Volunteer Newsletter!
We will be sharing the Hosting Newsletters biweekly on MyAFS News. The newsletter will keep AFS-USA volunteers updated on what other Area Teams are doing, ways to connect, and updates from the AFS-USA Field Team.
Lead the Leaders: Building Your Team
We’re continuing our Lead the Leaders series! Join us on Oct. 28 at 8:00 PM ET.
Join the Next Volunteer Marketing Leader Meetup!
Join fellow volunteers from across the country to share ideas, discuss what’s working in your communities, and learn about upcoming opportunities to support AFS-USA’s outreach and engagement efforts.
NH27 Study Abroad Programs Kick Off: Recording & Resources
Thank you to all who were able to join us on September 17th for our NH27 Programs Kick Off!
Former Host Siblings Invited to Participate in Research Study
Do you know someone who grew up in an AFS host family and is now an adult? They may be eligible to participate in a research study exploring the experiences and long-term impact of hosting an international exchange student.
World Teachers’ Day is October 5th!
Please encourage students and host families to thank their teachers for all that they do.