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2026-27 CBYX Application is Open!
The CBYX application for the 2026-27 program year has opened! Motivated American high school students are encouraged to submit their applications by November 3, 2025 to be considered. Help us spread the word!
Celebrate Exchange Day With AFS-USA!
Happy International Exchange Day! Today we’re joining the Alliance for International Exchange to celebrate the way intercultural experiences shape lives and communities
Thank You for Making a World of Difference
As we wrap up the Around the World in 7 Days campaign, we want to express our gratitude for your efforts to
A Reminder to Travel Around the World with Us This Week! 🌏
We’re traveling around the world in 7 days! This week, you can promote hosting by highlighting countries from around the world in
Announcing: Around the World in 7 Days! 🌏
Starting today, you can join our week-long Around the World in 7 Days campaign, designed to spotlight some of the countries our students come from and provide resources to support host family recruitment.
Update on Visa Interview Availability in Japan
Advocacy by AFS-USA, AFS-Japan, staff, volunteers, and host families has elicited a response from the US embassy’s cultural affairs section, who are working to secure appointments.
New AFS Exchange Podcast Episode!
In our latest podcast episode, we follow the story of Michael, a first-time host dad, as he recounts his year hosting an
AFS-USA National Council: New Leadership & Goals for 2025-2026
The National Council is a key leadership body of AFS-USA composed of volunteers and senior staff who work collaboratively, to address and advance the organizational priorities of AFS-USA. As of July 1, 2025, the council welcomed a new Chair and Vice-Chair, Patti Rounsevell (Chair) and Jessica Robinson (Co-Chair).
What We Do Matters – Now More than Ever
In my recent op-ed, I share why person-to-person exchanges are not only meaningful, they’re essential.