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NOW OPEN: 2024 Flight Chaperone and Program Leader Application

  • December 19, 2023
  • Volunteer Recognition Committee

Want to be a chaperone for an international student flight or a program leader for a summer program?

Arrivals Departures Global Prep Hosting National Council Sending Volunteer

International Diners Club: January’s Menu

  • December 14, 2023
  • AFS-USA

If you’ve been wanting to learn more about Kenyan culture & food, January’s international diners club is perfect. Join our virtual call Tuesday, January 9th at 7:00 pm EST.

#AFSeffect International Diners Club Volunteer

Participate in the Slingshot Challenge to help protect our planet!

  • AFS-USA

We’re excited to share a unique opportunity for students to make a positive impact on the world!   The Slingshot Challenge is a community for youth passionate about protecting our planet. National Geographic is challenging young people (ages 13 to 18) to create a 60-second video sharing their ideas for the future of conservation work, with […]

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#HostForTheHolidays Contest Opportunity!

  • December 12, 2023
  • AFS-USA

Refer a potential host family via the nomination form and if the family ends up hosting a student this upcoming semester, you’ll win an AFS holiday gift basket!

#AFSeffect Host Family Recruitment Hosting Marketing

“Intro to MyAFS” Webinar for Volunteers: December 19 and 20

  • December 8, 2023
  • AFS-USA

New and experienced volunteers are invited to learn more about the MyAFS Volunteer Portal during this short webinar.

MyAFS Training Volunteer

A Message from U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona

  • December 7, 2023
  • AFS-USA

View and share a video from Secretary Miguel Cardona which highlights the importance of cultural exchange programs.

Advocacy Marketing Video

View the December 2023 Edition of the Global Family Explorer!

  • December 6, 2023
  • AFS-USA

View the December 2023 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families HERE!

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Global AFS Volunteer Awards Announced, including the Galatti Award, AFS’ most prestigious award for volunteer service  

  • AFS-USA

On this International Volunteer Day, AFS-USA would like to highlight the US recipients of the global Galatti and Peggy & Art Howe Awards.

#AFSeffect Galatti Award MyAFS Peggy and Art Howe Award Volunteer

December 2023 YES & FLEX Newsletter

  • December 1, 2023
  • Akemi Akaiwa

Click here to view the November 2023 YES & FLEX Newsletter sent out to the YES and FLEX students, host families, and liaisons on 12/1.

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Malaysia Country Resources for Host Family Recruitment

  • November 30, 2023
  • AFS-USA

If you’re interested in learning about Malaysia and our students arriving this January, check out these resources!

Host Family Recruitment Hosting Marketing Video

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Featured Articles

  • A Message from the President: State of AFS-USA
  • A Special Week for the AFS-USA Staff Community
  • Join us in celebrating international education during Global Learning Week, November 17-21! 

From the President

  • A Message from the President: State of AFS-USA
  • A Special Week for the AFS-USA Staff Community
  • AFS-USA President Tara Hofmann Shares Her Insights in Foreign Affairs Magazine

Board of Directors

  • AFS-USA Board seeks individuals with strong professional and volunteer experience - apply by February 14!
  • Apply by February 2nd if your professional and volunteer experience matches the needs of the AFS-USA Board of Directors!
  • AFS-USA Fireside Chats: President & CEO Tara Hofmann Interviews Volunteer and Alumna Joan Siegel

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