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.
Thank You Message Sent to All Current Host Families From AFS-USA President, Tara Hofmann
In an email sent this morning to all current AFS Host Families, President Tara Boyce-Hofmann expressed her gratitude for each of our host families across the country who have opened their homes to an AFS Exchange Student this year.
Openness to Non-traditional Placements
Openness to non-traditional placements is important when it comes to finding the right student(s) for a single parent or same-sex family as well as a family who wants to host two students, but how do you know if a student is open to such a placement? You can find out by searching for Non-Traditional Placement Preferences!
Two Week Deadline Reminder: Visual Storyteller Scholarship!
There’s only two weeks left for students to apply for the Visual Storyteller Scholarship, an exciting visual arts scholarship for students interested in documenting new cultures with creativity, honesty, and empathy from behind the lens!
Important Update Regarding AFS-USA Programs in Italy
AFS has made the difficult, but necessary decision to suspend the programs for all AFS students who are currently on program in Italy.
The AFS College Advantage Flyer
The new AFS College Advantage Flyer outlines the many benefits of studying abroad in relation to applying and preparing for college.
AFS-USA Study Abroad and Host Family Information Sessions
AFS-USA is pleased to announce a new series of information sessions available to potential study abroad participants, their natural parents, and host families!
Drumbeat: Share our Hosting Social Media Contest!
In our new Hosting Photo Contest, host families and exchange students can submit their best photos as a family for a chance to win some AFS prizes!
Launch of AFS-USA’s Media Literacy Campaign
We’re excited to announce the launch of the AFS-USA’s Media Literacy Campaign! The campaign seeks to educate hosted AFSers and American high school students on the importance of media literacy.
Volunteer Spotlight March 2020
Congratulations Darlene! Darlene has been an AFS volunteer since 1996. She is currently the team chair and is most proud of all the students she has hosted over the years.