From the President of AFS-USA Regarding COVID-19
AFS-USA has made the decision that all AFS communities in the U.S. will cease holding any in-person student orientations and other events that bring students, volunteers, or host families together.
Author: Tara Hofmann
COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) – Confidential
Information regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus) is constantly in front of us all and is coming from many different perspectives. We are sending this communication to help answer some of the questions you may have surrounding AFS programs and plans, as together we monitor this evolving situation.
Thank You to All AFS-USA Volunteers!
On this International Volunteer Day, I would like to say a heartfelt thank you for all that you have done and continue to do for AFS-USA.
Important Changes at AFS-USA
Under the direction of Tara Hofmann, AFS-USA President and CEO, a new path to a more dynamic and successful organization is being announced today. This will be the most significant change at AFS-USA since the current TDS model was launched in 2010.
AFS-USA’s Strategic Plan 2.0
I’m very pleased to share AFS-USA’s Strategic Plan 2.0 with you. This plan came together through the efforts of a diverse group of AFS-USA volunteers, staff, board members, and external consultants.
Video Message from the President to Volunteers
Your efforts to find family and school placements for AFS Exchange Students have been truly outstanding. Despite the challenges we currently face,
Our Mission Matters Because of You
Dear Volunteer, I wanted to share a few words about our community of incredible, hardworking members like you. Today, the AFS
Opportunities to Host for 12 Weeks
If you are wondering if there is one thing you can do to make an impact, please consider becoming a welcome family and hosting a student for up to 12 weeks.
Our Host Family Recruitment Campaign: “Before you know it”
Over the past month, the Marketing Team has been developing a new national and local promotional campaign called “Before you know it” for host family recruitment that officially begins this week.
Recap of 2019 NAFSA Annual Conference and Expo
Read about the highlights from last week’s NAFSA Conference in Washington, D.C. as shared by AFS-USA President, Tara Hofmann.