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Today Is AFS Founders’ Day!
Today is Founders’ Day! Join us in honoring our AFS Founders and the vision that brought this community to life.
Founders’ Day is coming up on Tuesday, April 7!
Founders’ Day is coming up this Tuesday, April 7! Join us to honor our AFS Founders, whose commitment and foresight made AFS the incredible community it is today.
Happy Volunteer Appreciation Month!
Volunteers like you are at the heart of AFS-USA, creating impact in your communities by fostering cross-cultural understanding, inspiring personal growth, and helping build a more just and peaceful world.
Guiding Families, Building Connections: The AFS Hosting Advisory Group
The AFS Hosting Advisory Group (Hosting AG), led by Sara Roberts, West Regional Director, and Heather Stertz, a volunteer from the World Flags Area Team, is a dynamic partnership uniting staff and volunteers across the country.
Update to International Travel Policy for Hosted Participants
The temporary policy restricting all international travel during a student’s program will be lifted effective April 6, 2026.
ICYMI: 2026 Domestic Program Applications Are Open!
AFS-USA recently announced our Domestic Pilot Programs for Summer 2026. Check out this article to learn more about these exciting opportunities and how students can apply!
Coming in 2026: New Domestic Pilot Programs from AFS-USA
In summer 2026, AFS-USA will launch three one-week domestic pilot programs for youth ages 15–17, bringing our educational model – reflection, dialogue, identity awareness, and cultural agility – to immersive, place-based experiences across the U.S.
AFS-USA Travel Policy Update – U.S. Territories
Effective immediately, AFS students may travel with their host families to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. These destinations will now be treated as domestic travel under our program guidelines.
The Heartbeat of AFS: Why Your ‘Volunteer Journey’ Matters More Than Ever in 2026
The Volunteer Engagement Advisory Group (VEAG) is vital to the AFS-USA community, dedicated to supporting our national network of volunteers. Led by Patty Gentry, Director of Volunteer Engagement, and volunteer leader Kerry Gonzalez, this group serves as a strategic bridge between local efforts and national resources.