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In our newest blog, AFS Volunteer Tori Anaya shares her experience being a host sister, exchange student, and volunteer. Share the blog on social media to promote AFS hosting, study abroad, and volunteer opportunities!
AFS-USA has updated the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) sections on Help & Learning with the latest available information regarding the 2021-22 program year.
Will you take a minute or two to share the impact of an AFS-USA experience in an online review?
Volunteers may conduct a host family interview virtually if needed. A follow-up visit in the home must be conducted prior to the student’s departure.
The Liaison Assignment Widget in MyAFS will now allow for a Support Coordinator to be linked to a Student and Host Family.
On January 26th, AFS-USA lost a friend and former staff member, Damayonti Sengupta. Damayonti touched the lives of many AFS-USA volunteers and staff and she served as a constant source of positive energy.
What is Volunteer Onboarding? Is it something I should familiarize myself with? Come check it out!
This is an important update about the YES Abroad Thailand program for 2020-21.
In this article published by Fodor’s Travel on January 18, 2021, an international exchange student and others share why student exchange programs are still worth doing even in a pandemic. This is a great article to read and share!
The Sponsored Programs Advisory Group (SPAG) is excited to announce an interactive disability awareness experience and discussion on January 23. All volunteers are welcome to join!