Looking to Connect and Have Some Fun with Fellow Volunteers?
Join other volunteer leaders and staff for a special August Skill Builders gathering focused on building community and having fun together. We’ll
“Intro to MyAFS” Webinar for Volunteers: August 19
Join the Stakeholder Engagement Department for an “Intro to MyAFS” webinar, featuring an introductory overview of the MyAFS Volunteer Portal with time for Q&A.
Celebrate Exchange Day With AFS-USA!
Happy International Exchange Day! Today we’re joining the Alliance for International Exchange to celebrate the way intercultural experiences shape lives and communities
New Orientation Attendance Check-in Process
Say goodbye to entering orientation attendance in Global Link!
Thank You for Making a World of Difference
As we wrap up the Around the World in 7 Days campaign, we want to express our gratitude for your efforts to
A Reminder to Travel Around the World with Us This Week! 🌏
We’re traveling around the world in 7 days! This week, you can promote hosting by highlighting countries from around the world in
August 2025 National Liaison and Support Volunteer Trainings
The AFS-USA Support and Learning Department will be holding two nationwide zoom trainings for Liaisons, Support Coordinators, and Associate Support Coordinators in August.
Announcing: Around the World in 7 Days! 🌏
Starting today, you can join our week-long Around the World in 7 Days campaign, designed to spotlight some of the countries our students come from and provide resources to support host family recruitment.
Update on Visa Interview Availability in Japan
Advocacy by AFS-USA, AFS-Japan, staff, volunteers, and host families has elicited a response from the US embassy’s cultural affairs section, who are working to secure appointments.
Why Our Work Matters Now More Than Ever
In this video update for volunteers, I reflect on the themes of my recent article “What We Do Matters – Now More Than