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Happy Valentine’s Day from AFS-USA!

How does AFS make the world a more loving place?

Season 6 of The AFS Exchange Podcast is Live!

Check out the first episode of Season 6 of The AFS Exchange!

Make Sure AFS-USA Emails Reach Your Inbox!

Whitelisting AFS-USA emails helps ensure our messages land in your inbox—not your spam or junk folder.

In Memoriam: Zdeněk “Zed” David (1931–2025)

We are deeply saddened to share that Zdeněk Václav David, one of the very first AFS exchange students, passed away on December 15, 2025. Zed’s journey from Czechoslovakia to the U.S. in 1947 was made possible by AFS, and it set the stage for a remarkable life dedicated to learning, teaching, and connecting across cultures.

Invite to AFS-USA’s January Skill Builder Call

Where do you want your team to go —and how will you get there? Join us for Planning for Impact, a practical Skill Builder.

Watch Now: Student Bio Writing Guide for Volunteers

A recorded guide on Writing Student Bios is now available for volunteers who want to learn more about this important part of welcoming AFS students.

Holiday Greetings and AFS-USA Office Closure Information

As the year comes to a close, we want to thank you for all you do.

2026 AFS Youth Assembly Scholarship Application for Event Volunteers Now Open (Travel to Geneva, Switzerland)

Are you interested in traveling to Geneva, Switzerland in August 2026 to help with the AFS Youth Assembly as an Event Volunteer? Opportunity for registered AFS-USA volunteers aged 18-32.

Testimonials You Can Share To Promote Giving to AFS-USA

Check out these inspiring testimonials from Nikki Wood and Teddy Widom. Their experiences highlight the real impact of cultural exchange.