Improvements to Host Family Application Go Live on 2/21/23
To continually improve the user experience for our host family applicants, each year AFS-USA integrates feedback from staff and volunteers to identify improvements.
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Updated AFS Medical Pamphlet
The AFS Medical Pamphlet has been updated for 2023 to reflect a change in insurer. While the insurer has changed, the coverage for 2023 remains the same as in 2022.
Changes to AFS-USA’s Processes Related to CORE/CBYX Hosted Participants
AFS-USA has adjusted processes related to requests for Same Sex Parent placements
Introducing the AFS-USA Country Spotlight Hosting Series
We are excited to bring together volunteers, families, educators, and anyone interested in hosting to learn about different cultures through our Country Spotlight Hosting Series.
Important Information About New Hosting Webpage
As previously announced, in an effort to generate more host family leads, and improve the host family experience, AFS-USA has recently launched changes to the afsusa.org/host-family webpage. Here are some important changes to note.
New AFS Hosting Blog Post: 7 Reasons You Should Host An Exchange Student
Share this new blog post on the afsusa.org website to encourage families in your community to host! This post can be shared on social media, linked in an email, or sent via text.
Student Bio Writing Webinar Recording Available!
A recording of our recent webinar on Student Bio Writing is now available on Help & Learning in the Place Hosted Students Section. Let us know if you’re interested in writing student bios this year!
Connecting with Hosting Schools in 2023
Will you be interacting with a school this spring to share opportunities about hosting AFS students?
2023 Student Bio Writing Webinar & Refresher
Join us on Monday, January 30th at 7:00 pm ET for the 2023 Volunteer Student Bio Writer Training & Refresher!
Launch of the New afsusa.org/host Webpage!
As previously announced, in an effort to generate more host family leads, and improve the host family experience, AFS-USA has made considerable updates to the afsusa.org/host-family webpage. The new page will go live Wednesday, January 25th!