August 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
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Author: AFS-USA
New Episode of The AFS Exchange Podcast!
Listen to Best Of: Hosting Moments!
The Table We Share: Food and Culture Concludes Our Final Domestic Pilot Program!
Over this past week, participants explored one of our country’s most exciting cities, where they soaked in some of the many cultures that make up Chicago’s unique landscape.
Thank You, Liaisons!
We can’t thank you enough for volunteering as a student-family liaison with AFS-USA. We’re guessing you are feeling a mix of sadness, relief, and hope since the Class of 2026 left for home.
Celebrate Exchange Day!
Join us in spreading the word about the positive impact of international exchanges by sharing your own exchange story!
Get Ready to #CelebrateExchangeDay on August 3!
On Monday, August 3, 2026, communities across the country will celebrate the power of international exchange — and we want AFS volunteers to join in.
Updated Branded Presentations Now Available!
As we continue to expand our library of resources available to volunteers, we’re excited to announce that new branded presentations are available for use.
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!
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.