Drumbeat: Sponsored Programs Articles to Share to Promote AFS!
Are you looking for ways to promote AFS in your community? Here are some articles you can share highlighting some amazing AFSers!
Author: AFS-USA
Help and Learning is Now Easier to Navigate!
New features on Help and Learning make it easier to find relevant articles!
Share Our Newest Blog, “Why Host an Exchange Student During COVID”
In our newest blog, the Zabka Family and Seney Family describe their experiences hosting with AFS-USA during COVID-19, and how the year has been both unexpected and rewarding. Please read and share this blog with potential host families in your area!
AFS-USA National Volunteer Awards Open March 15th, 2021!
It’s time to nominate volunteers and teams for national awards! The Emerging Leader, Dream Team, and Mission Award.
Volunteer Spotlight: Sue Steckel
Meet Sue Steckel, a volunteer with the Milwaukee Area Team. Sue has been a volunteer for almost five years. Learn more about her story!
Drumbeat: Promote AFS During the Alliance for International Exchange Advocacy Week!
March 2-5 is the Alliance for International Exchange Advocacy Week and AFS-USA is sharing relevant publications that you can use when speaking to others about the importance of international education.
Spring Refresh ECA Programs Workshop: April 9-11, 2021
The Sponsored Programs team is excited to announce that this spring’s Virtual ECA Programs Workshop will be held from April 9 – 11. Registration is now open to all AFS volunteers.
NSLI-Y Korean Applicants: All Semifinalists in Global Link
All summer Korean Semifinalists are now available to interview! Korean applicants account for a significant portion of our total semifinalists to interview.
NSLI-Y Arabic Applicants: All Semifinalists in Global Link
All summer Arabic Semifinalists are now available to interview! As a reminder, NSLI-Y/YES Abroad candidates will be released on a rolling timeline.
Save the Date for the 2021 ECA Programs Workshop!
This spring’s ECA Programs Workshop will be held virtually on the weekend of April 9. All interested volunteers are welcome to join.