You’ve probably read or heard news reports regarding a freeze on interviews for students seeking a variety of visas for the USA. I wanted to share some information relevant to our students planning to arrive this year.
It’s the final week of Champions Month, and we hope you’ve enjoyed celebrating students from around the world who are excited to connect with their future host families in the U.S. If you’re looking for new hosting graphics to post on social media, check out this article of Help & Learning, under “Sponsored Programs Students”. […]
The 2025 AFS Global STEM Innovators Scholarship Program in Houston, Texas is recruiting for On-Site Program Coordinators for July!
It’s the final week of Champions Month! We hope you’ve enjoyed celebrating students from around the world who are excited to connect with their future host families in the U.S. Let’s finish strong by shining a spotlight on YES students—especially those from Türkiye, Indonesia, and Pakistan. Here are some ways you can champion YES program […]
Join fellow AFS volunteers for a national conversation hosted by National Council members Ann Sweet and Patti Rounsevell.
Let’s connect, collaborate, and create change—together.
New Regional Focus Begins May 29
Select inbound students (56) will shift to Regionally Available on May 29, giving each region a focused group to promote and place.
Great News! Host Family Recruitment Funds are available for each area team to support local initiatives recruiting Host Families
The NSLI-Y and YES Abroad staff are happy to share that a list of 2025-26 NSLI-Y and YES Abroad finalists from your area has been posted to MyAFS Help&Learning.
Learn more about Ashe’s impactful journey as a first-time host parent!
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