The first Global Educator Newsletter of 2021 is now available to download! Please share with educators in your community.
AFS-USA has received its 2021-22 Certificate of Acceptance from CSIET. The Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) evaluates and certifies long-term international student exchange programs at the secondary level.
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?
Meet Rachael Ochoa, a volunteer with the Western PA Area Team for the past year!
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!