In the past year, changing circumstances both within and outside of AFS-USA have led us to an exciting new time in the realm of Pre-Departure Orientation for Study Abroad participants.
The Volunteer Onboarding Unit is pleased to introduce the Volunteer Welcome Widget in MyAFS!
The next webinar in the series, “Create and Act”, is scheduled for May 19th at 7 pm Eastern.
In this article is the most recent information that we sent to participants and parents in line for our 2021 Summer Programs. Please use this information as a reference!
Join AFS-USA and Partners of the Americas in a panel discussion, “Global Engagement: Seeing the World Beyond the Headlines” this Wednesday, May 12th at 6 pm EST.
Host family finding is a year-round effort that takes a mixture of many different approaches to be successful! Here is a compilation of materials and resources you can use to promote hosting in your community.
Have you checked out the AFS-USA Hosting Academy videos and resources? Here’s a recap of what the AFS -USA Hosting Academy is all about, links to the training, and a sneak peak at the first video in the series!
Word of mouth is one of the strongest hosting recruitment strategies, and the “My AFS Buddy” project is an easy way to spread the word about AFS! Watch a 2-minute video to find out what it is all about and how you can help share your love of AFS in just five easy steps.
World Class Area Team has school outreach down to a science! Cultivating relationships with schools, following up on host family leads, and keeping their communities engaged through Zoom meetings have contributed to their success. Hear directly from the team on the importance of communication, what they’re staying focused on, and some words of inspiration!
Dallas Area Team has really stepped up to the plate, calling former host families, sending student bios, distributing Peachjar flyers, and more! Read on to hear directly from the team on their achievements, challenges, and tips for promoting hosting in your communities.