FAQ’s for AFS Volunteers Regarding COVID-19
We’d like to share some additional guidance to help in responding to members of the AFS community (families, students, etc.).
Tag: From the President
From the President of AFS-USA Regarding COVID-19
AFS-USA has made the decision that all AFS communities in the U.S. will cease holding any in-person student orientations and other events that bring students, volunteers, or host families together.
Thank You Message Sent to All Current Host Families From AFS-USA President, Tara Hofmann
In an email sent this morning to all current AFS Host Families, President Tara Boyce-Hofmann expressed her gratitude for each of our host families across the country who have opened their homes to an AFS Exchange Student this year.
Important Update Regarding AFS-USA Programs in Italy
AFS has made the difficult, but necessary decision to suspend the programs for all AFS students who are currently on program in Italy.
AFS Coronavirus Update – Messages to Current Hosted Students
Messages have been sent to all current hosted students in relation to the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).
COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) – Confidential
Information regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus) is constantly in front of us all and is coming from many different perspectives. We are sending this communication to help answer some of the questions you may have surrounding AFS programs and plans, as together we monitor this evolving situation.
A Message From AFS-USA President Tara Hofmann
AFS-USA President, Tara Hofmann, and the Hosting Operations Department share their excitement for this hosting season and express their enthusiasm for overcoming challenges and celebrating our successes, together.
Thank You to All AFS-USA Volunteers!
On this International Volunteer Day, I would like to say a heartfelt thank you for all that you have done and continue to do for AFS-USA.
Progress Update on Regional Teams
Today I’d like to share an overview of the most recent progress, primarily the important adjustments to the staffing of AFS-USA.
Important Changes at AFS-USA
Under the direction of Tara Hofmann, AFS-USA President and CEO, a new path to a more dynamic and successful organization is being announced today. This will be the most significant change at AFS-USA since the current TDS model was launched in 2010.