Above the Call of Duty: Recognizing AFS-USA Volunteers
These AFS-USA Volunteers have gone above and beyond the call of duty, supporting AFS students and families through this unprecedented time. Read their stories and nominate others today!
Author: AFS-USA
Supporting Educators During School Closures
Did you know that AFS is supporting educators during this time of remote instruction?
AFS-USA Recognized in PIE News Article
AFS-USA is proud to be a member of the Alliance for International Exchange and appreciates being recognized in this article for its support of exchange students.
Changes to MyAFS: You Asked, We Listened!
It is now even easier to search for students in the Placements Widget!
AFS-USA Host Family Weekly Updates
This message was sent today to all current NH19, SH20 host families whose host students have not yet departed the U.S. These updates will be sent weekly until all students have returned to their home countries.
Drumbeat: Share our Post about AFSers Donating Masks!
Share this inspiring story on your Facebook page to show global citizenship and the #AFSeffect in action!
Ready to Assign Liaisons or ASCs to Your Placed Students?
Check out these liaison linking resources!
Global Competence Certificate To Be Offered To Returnees
Global Competence Certificate (GCC) to be offered to Returnees whose program was cut short due to COVID-19.
Temporary Modification to Host Family Interview Process
Volunteers should conduct host family in-home interviews via video conference with a follow-up visit to be done later.
Amplify the Reach of AFS-USA Alumni Stories on LinkedIn
Help boost the visibility of the AFS Intercultural Programs USA LinkedIn page while expanding the reach of our alumni’s stories of resilience and activism during COVID-19.