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
Sponsored Programs Coloring Page Available to Order
Jaz is the winner of this year’s Sponsored Programs Coloring Page Contest! She is the granddaughter of volunteer and host mom Kim
New AFS Exchange Podcast Episode!
In our latest podcast episode, we follow the story of Michael, a first-time host dad, as he recounts his year hosting an
RSVP for National Hosting Call July 31
You’re Invited: AFS National Hosting Call
đź“… Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
đź•— Time: 8:00 PM ET
đź“Ť Location: Zoom
AFS-USA National Council: New Leadership & Goals for 2025-2026
The National Council is a key leadership body of AFS-USA composed of volunteers and senior staff who work collaboratively, to address and advance the organizational priorities of AFS-USA. As of July 1, 2025, the council welcomed a new Chair and Vice-Chair, Patti Rounsevell (Chair) and Jessica Robinson (Co-Chair).Â
AFS-USA Community Summits coming this Fall!
AFS-USA, in partnership with the National Council, is organizing a series of six Community Summits across the US starting this fall through the spring of 2026.
Visa Interview Availability in Japan
AFS-USA recently became aware of potential challenges related to visa appointment availability in Japan. This issue is specific to the US embassy in Japan.
Last chance to nominate for volunteer recognition awards!
The deadline to nominate a volunteer or team for an award is July 14.