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Changes to AFS-USA’s Processes Related to CORE/CBYX Hosted Participants

  • February 10, 2023
  • Amy Kiana Rendon-Patel

AFS-USA has adjusted processes related to requests for Same Sex Parent placements

CBYX Hosting

February YES Student of the Month

  • Akemi Akaiwa

Hina Rehman from Pakistan, hosted in Berkeley California was selected as the February YES Student of the Month!

#AFSeffect Inbound Sponsored Programs Program Highlight Scholarships YES Program

Introducing the AFS-USA Country Spotlight Hosting Series

  • February 9, 2023
  • Sara Roberts

We are excited to bring together volunteers, families, educators, and anyone interested in hosting to learn about different cultures through our Country Spotlight Hosting Series.

#AFSeffect Educator Hosting Marketing Volunteer

Important Information About New Hosting Webpage

  • February 6, 2023
  • AFS-USA

As previously announced, in an effort to generate more host family leads, and improve the host family experience, AFS-USA has recently launched changes to the afsusa.org/host-family webpage. Here are some important changes to note.

Hosting Website

New AFS Hosting Blog Post: 7 Reasons You Should Host An Exchange Student

  • AFS-USA

Share this new blog post on the afsusa.org website to encourage families in your community to host! This post can be shared on social media, linked in an email, or sent via text.

Blog Hosting Marketing Materials

The National Council: Getting the Word Out

  • National Council

The AFS National Council (NC) is made up of committees and Advisory Groups (AGs) who take on questions regarding how AFS can operate more efficiently and effectively for participants, host families and volunteers.

Featured National Council

AFS-USA Fireside Chats: President & CEO Tara Hofmann Interviews Volunteer and Alumna Joan Siegel

  • February 3, 2023
  • AFS-USA

AFS-USA Fireside Chats feature President and CEO Tara Hofmann and special guests who are active global citizens—people whose informed, compassionate, and ethical compass drives them to lead lives and make decisions that contribute to a more just, equitable, peaceful, and sustainable world.

Alumni Board of Directors Featured Fireside Chat Video

Marketing Series Webinar Part 2 Recording: An In-Depth Look at Canva and Brand Templates

  • AFS-USA

AFS-USA Marketing is excited to share the second webinar in our monthly series that will extend through 2023.

Marketing Marketing Materials Webinars

Student Bio Writing Webinar Recording Available!

  • January 31, 2023
  • AFS-USA

A recording of our recent webinar on Student Bio Writing is now available on Help & Learning in the Place Hosted Students Section. Let us know if you’re interested in writing student bios this year!

Hosting Marketing Meet the Students Webinars

A Message from Tara Hofmann for the New Year

  • January 30, 2023
  • AFS-USA

Make sure to listen to a new video message from AFS-USA President Tara Hofmann.

Featured From the President

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Take Action

  • Testimonials You Can Share To Promote Giving to AFS-USA
  • 2026 ECA Programs Workshop - Apply Today!
  • A Thanksgiving Video Message

Featured Articles

  • AFS-USA Travel Policy Update – U.S. Territories
  • The Heartbeat of AFS: Why Your 'Volunteer Journey' Matters More Than Ever in 2026
  • An Important Organizational Update

From the President

  • An Important Organizational Update
  • A Thanksgiving Video Message
  • A Message from the President: State of AFS-USA

Board of Directors

  • AFS-USA Board Seeks Individuals with Strong Financial Management Experience – Apply by December 21st!
  • 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!

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