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!
Author: AFS-USA
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!
Marketing Resources You Should Know About
Be sure to share this with members of your area team!
New Hosted Student Presentation Template
Check out this new presentation template for this year’s hosted students!
August 2026 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
View the latest Global Family Explorer Newsletter here!
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.