In the last week of September we launched #ChaptersSupportingAFS-USA—an idea that came from April Murphy, Chair of the Greater Phoenix Chapter and President of the AFS Arizona Superhero Team. April has asked her colleagues to contribute some of their existing funds back to AFS-USA at a time when the organization desperately needs funds.
Are there recent returnees in your area that would benefit from an informational webinar about how to highlight their experience abroad?
Every fall, we turn our attention to the upcoming NSLI-Y and YES Abroad interview season. AFS-USA collaborates with the U.S. Department of State and American Councils to plan…
The Sponsored Programs team is actively looking for host families, U.S. teenage peers, and experienced volunteers to participate in FLEX and YES Fall virtual programming.
Are you looking for a way to collaborate with and recognize a school during pandemic times?
Each month all AFS-USA staff gather for a virtual meeting where we learn of some of our colleagues’ achievements and plans, many of which could not have been accomplished without volunteer collaboration. We’d like to share some of those updates with you!
Chinese NSLI-Y AY participants continued their orientation week with a cultural activity focused on Chinese music and the traditional instrument Guzheng (pictured).
Chinese NSLI-Y AY participants recently met virtually with their peer leaders. Both AFS-USA and AFS-CHN partners facilitated the call. Peer leaders are local students…
Did you notice the updates to MyAFS?
Consider supporting educators and schools “AFS-style”!