Thank you to everyone who joined the National Council Leadership Hosting Call. It was great to come together to discuss strategies for maintaining the momentum of the NH26 hosting placement cycle through early outreach and community engagement.
Author: National Council
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The Volunteer Engagement Advisory Group (VEAG) is vital to the AFS-USA community, dedicated to supporting our national network of volunteers. Led by Patty Gentry, Director of Volunteer Engagement, and volunteer leader Kerry Gonzalez, this group serves as a strategic bridge between local efforts and national resources.
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