AFS-USA Fireside Chats feature President and CEO Tara Hofmann and special guests who are active global citizens—people whose informed, compassionate, and ethical compass drives them to lead lives and make decisions that contribute to a more just, equitable, peaceful, and sustainable world.

This Fireside Chat features Joan Siegel, AFS-USA Volunteer in the Capital Team in the Washington, DC area who has assumed many roles and responsibilities with AFS-USA, beginning with her exchange to Japan in 1979. Stories of longtime AFSers like Joan are at the heart of our 75th anniversary celebration and a testament to the power of the AFS Effect. Stay tuned for more Fireside Chats with Tara!