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September 28, 2026September 28, 2026 AFS-USA #AFSeffect, Featured, Hosting

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.

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September 23, 2026September 23, 2026 AFS-USA #AFSeffect, Featured, Global Learning Week, Marketing Materials, School Outreach

Global Learning Week is November 16–20, 2026!

Global Learning Week is November 16–20, 2026!

Global Learning Week (GLW) is coming up in November, and we invite the AFS community to join us in celebrating international education and the power of cross-cultural learning!

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September 16, 2026September 16, 2026 AFS-USA #AFSeffect, Hosting, Marketing, Podcast, TheAFSExchange

New Episode of The AFS Exchange Podcast!

Listen to the story of host parents Matt and Wendy, exploring the emotional inspiration for their decision to host and how it brought them transformative relationships today.

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September 11, 2026September 11, 2026 AFS-USA Host Family, Hosting

September 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer

View the latest Global Family Explorer Newsletter here!

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September 8, 2026September 8, 2026 AFS-USA Canva, Hosting, Marketing, Marketing Materials, Volunteer

New Canva Templates for “Spotlighting” AFSers on Your Team!

Check out these new social media graphic templates!

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September 4, 2026September 4, 2026 AFS-USA #AFSeffect, Blog, Marketing, Study Abroad

Mange tak, AFS: A Danish Reunion 50 Years in the Making

Check out our latest blog!

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September 1, 2026October 5, 2026 Patty Gentry Area Team Chair News, Volunteer

LEAD THE LEADERS – 2026-27 CHAIR SERIES

We’re providing Area Team Chairs with more opportunities for community, connection, peer learning, and practical support.

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September 1, 2026October 14, 2026 AFS-USA Outbound Sponsored Programs, Programs, School Outreach, Study Abroad, YES Abroad1 Comment on YES Abroad Application for Spring 2027 Semester is Open!

YES Abroad Application for Spring 2027 Semester is Open!

The YES Abroad program application for the spring 2027 semester has opened! Motivated high school students are encouraged to submit by September 22nd to be considered. Help us spread the word!

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August 25, 2026August 27, 2026 AFS-USA Hosted Students, Hosting, Marketing, Marketing Materials

Welcome Email Sent to All Hosted Students

We recently sent the message below to students with a few ways they can get involved—from sharing their culture and creating social media content to helping us connect with potential host families. We wanted to make sure volunteers are in the loop, too!

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August 21, 2026August 21, 2026 AFS-USA Hosting, Marketing, Marketing Materials, Volunteer

Marketing Resources You Should Know About

Be sure to share this with members of your area team!

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From the President

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  • Navigating Challenges and Celebrating Our Strengths
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Area Team Chair News

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Orientation News

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