AFS has been informed that the U.S. Department of State has confirmed that the majority of NSLI-Y summer 2021 programs will be shifted from the in-person to virtual environments, and that candidates were informed of this yesterday evening (March 23) by email. A small number of in-person programs in Taiwan (Mandarin) and South Korea (Korean) may still occur.
The Sponsored Programs Advisory Group (SPAG) invites all AFS volunteers for an hour of music and learning in their second volunteer activity on Saturday, April 3. Register today!
AFS is pleased to offer up to four volunteer enrollments per Team in Foundations, the new online version of the “Level W” training, for Teams hosting Sponsored Programs students
If you are using Sponsored Programs funds to promote hosting in your community, please use this form to report your promotions and request additional marketing support if needed.
Are you looking for ways to promote AFS in your community? Here are some articles you can share highlighting some amazing AFSers!
New features on Help and Learning make it easier to find relevant articles!
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!
It’s time to nominate volunteers and teams for national awards! The Emerging Leader, Dream Team, and Mission Award.
Meet Sue Steckel, a volunteer with the Milwaukee Area Team. Sue has been a volunteer for almost five years. Learn more about her story!
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.