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.
Volunteer Spotlight: Lindsay Norman from the Georgia Area Team
AFS-USA is also pleased to spotlight Lindsay Norman of the Georgia team this month. Lindsay has been a volunteer since 2014. Lindsay has been an integral part of helping to develop the Savannah chapter in the Georgia team. Congratulations Lindsay!
Volunteer Spotlight: Linda Mellis from the Greater Chicago Area Team
This month AFS-USA is also pleased to spotlight Linda Mellis of the Greater Chicago team. Linda has been a volunteer since 2000. Linda was an AFS student to the Netherlands and carries her love for exchange into everything she does for the Chicago team. Congratulations Linda!
Updated Volunteer Registration Interviewer Online Training
The online Volunteer Registration Interviewer training has been redeveloped and updated with new and improved information.
All Remaining Host Students Now Nationally Available!
There are approximately 30 more students who are eagerly waiting to begin their AFS program in the U.S. All of them are now available to go anywhere in the country and you can read about them on the MyAFS Placements Widget under All Available.
Will You Welcome Ming He from China or Federico from Italy?
Ming He and Federico are two great students that are still available to host. Share their student biographies or consider welcoming them into your own home!
AFS Featured on Pittsburgh Today Live!
Watch AFS Volunteer Kathy Harenski and Host Dad Bill Fuller represent AFS on the Pittsburgh Today Live Show which aired today, September 19th.
Welcome and Temporary Families in Contacts & Visits Widget
We are happy to announce an enhancement to the Contacts & Visits Widget- volunteers can now easily see which students are placed with Welcome and Temporary Families.
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,
Drumbeat: Share a Video of an AFS Host Mom and Volunteer’s Impact Story!
Watch and share an inspirational video from AFS Volunteer and host mom Anne Ford.