For the NH21 departure cycle, AFS will once again offer a series of national virtual Pre-Departure Orientations (PDOs).
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The 2021-22 Host Family Handbook, Addendum, and HFO Materials are now available.
Liaison Assignment Coordinators and other interested volunteers are invited to join an upcoming webinar to learn how to best use the Liaison Assignment Widget in MyAFS.
AFS-USA has updated the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) sections on Help & Learning with the latest available information regarding the 2021-22 program year.
AFS-USA has received its 2021-22 Certificate of Acceptance from CSIET. The Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) evaluates and certifies long-term international student exchange programs at the secondary level.
AFS-USA has updated the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) sections on Help & Learning with the latest available information regarding the 2021-22 program year.
Volunteers may conduct a host family interview virtually if needed. A follow-up visit in the home must be conducted prior to the student’s departure.
We are changing the minimum age for host family background checks from 18 years old to 17 years old in all states except California.
National Virtual Pre-departure Orientations to take place in SH21. Read on for details, including how volunteers can identify & connect virtually with their outbound participants.
Host family applications will no longer be accepted with a virtual home interview.