Study Abroad National Volunteer Call- January 14th!
Register today to learn more about the improvements to the Study Abroad widget in MyAFS, and collaborate with fellow volunteers across the country!
DHL Partnership with AFS-USA: Discount on Shipping for US Hosted Students
We’d like to remind you of this exciting new partnership with DHL Express that benefits AFS students! Hosted students in the US
Join Us for the AFS-USA 2025 Hosting Kick-Off Celebration!
Join AFS-USA staff and volunteers on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 8 pm ET for an exciting virtual celebration as we kick off the 2025-26 AFS-USA Placement Cycle!
Opportunities to Share with Schools and Educators
Multiple scholarship opportunities available to students AND educators are quickly approaching their deadlines of January 12 and 15, 2025. Check out the most recent communication (
AFS Youth Assembly Scholarship for Event Volunteers (for AFS-USA Volunteers ages 18-32)
During the Youth Assembly, taking place August 8th-10th 2025, AFS will need the help of volunteers to support a variety of tasks
Final Week to Apply: Flight Chaperones and Program Leaders
The deadline to apply to be a Flight Chaperone, Belo Chaperone, or Summer Program Leader is January 13.
YES & FLEX Student of the Month Nomination
Read this article to nominate an outstanding YES or FLEX student for the Department of State Student of the Month!
New Scholarship for High School Language Students
Don’t wait to share this FULL scholarship opportunity with Spanish and French teachers so they can nominate their students!
Special Welcome Edition of the Global Family Explorer for 24-25 SH Families
View this special newsletter here!
Join Us for the AFS-USA 2025 Hosting Kick-Off Celebration!
This is an event you won’t want to miss!