Resumption of Visa Interviews for Hosted Participants
Further to my message of May 28, I am pleased to share that various news sources have reported that the pause on scheduling visa appointments has been lifted.
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Announcing the Global Leadership Summit for Volunteer Leaders
Are you a volunteer leader in your team who wants to travel to Spain?
2025 Volunteer Award Nominations Now Open
Anyone can nominate a worthy volunteer for an award!
News Reports Regarding Visa Interviews
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.
Our “Why”: First-Time Host Parents Discover the True Meaning of Global Connection
Learn more about Ashe’s impactful journey as a first-time host parent!
Experience the Power of Exchange – Hear from Alumni in this New Video🌍🎥
We’re excited to share a powerful new video, “Alumni Voices,” featuring heartfelt reflections from exchange students around the world.
Your Voice Matters: Ask Congress to Champion Exchange Programs
As in previous years, Representative Hank Johnson (D-GA-4) and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) are circulating bipartisan sign-on letters in support of FY2026 funding for educational and cultural exchange programs.
An Update on AFS-USA Programs and the White House’s Proposed Budget
In this short video message, I share a few thoughts about our ongoing efforts to recruit host families and send students abroad. I’ll also provide insight on the White House’s proposed budget and what it means for programs like ours.
Don’t Miss the Next Global Volunteer Meetup!
The next Global Volunteer Meetup is this Saturday, May 10 at 8 pm ET.
Teacher Appreciation Week starts on Monday, May 5, 2025!
During this week-long celebration, we’re encouraging volunteers, exchange students, host families, and staff to show teachers how much we value their presence in our AFS-USA family.