AFS in the Media
A Deaf Student’s Exchange Experience in the U.S. Justin Gonzalez, a YES Student from the Philippines, was cautious about applying to the
Do one thing (Day 3) – Create a hosting press release
Today’s resource is a Press Release Generator that will email you a customized AFS press release and an email template to help
Do one thing (Day 2) – Post on Nextdoor
Thanks for sharing those Reel Life contest entries yesterday! Today, create a free account on Nextdoor.com, a website designed to help neighbors
“Do one thing” for host family recruitment!
Across the country, AFS Volunteers like you are getting the word out about the opportunity to host an exchange student this fall.
Our sympathies to the Santa Fe, TX community
Dear AFS-USA Volunteers, We were informed by our colleagues at American Councils today that one of the YES Students (non-AFS), Sabika Sheikh
Announcing Text Message Reminders for Monthly Contacts
In response to feedback from volunteers, we are excited to announce a new text messaging feature for monthly contact reminders!
Drumbeat: Become a host family!
Support the nationwide effort to recruit AFS Host Families for the upcoming 2018-19 year. Our newest cycle of international high school exchange
2018-2019 NSLI-Y and YES Abroad Finalist Lists Available!
Great news! You can now view lists of ALL 2018-19 NSLI-Y summer and academic year finalists and 2018-19 YES Abroad finalists.
Student Audio Introductions: Meet Mohammad from Jordan!
Student audio introductions are a great way for potential host families to get to know students coming this fall. These introductions can now be found on a student’s “Get to Know” in Global Link, and are also available on the Meet the Students page.
Volunteer Spotlight: Recognizing Kay Barr
This month AFS-USA is pleased to spotlight Kay Barr of the Ohio River Valley team. Kay has been an AFS Volunteer since 2012. Congratulations Kay!