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Conducting NH21 Host Family Interviews

Volunteers may conduct a host family interview virtually if needed. A follow-up visit in the home must be conducted prior to the student’s departure.

Liaison Assignment Widget Update: Link Support Coordinators

The Liaison Assignment Widget in MyAFS will now allow for a Support Coordinator to be linked to a Student and Host Family.

2020-21 Mid-Stay Orientation Materials Are Ready!

Given the realities of the 20-21 cycle, we recommend that volunteers use the 20-21 Virtual Mid-Stay Orientation presentation this cycle.

Criminal Background Checks Minimum Age Changes to 17

We are changing the minimum age for host family background checks from 18 years old to 17 years old in all states except California.

2021 Volunteer Bio Writer Training: Register Today!

Do you enjoy writing? Would you like to see which students are arriving in Fall 2021? We are looking for AFS-USA volunteers interested in writing bios for our incoming students!

MyAFS Help & Learning Sending and Hosting FAQs Updated

The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section on Help & Learning has been updated and an update on the SH21 study abroad and hosting programs is provided.

Drumbeat: Share this Video Created by AFS-USA Exchange Students

AFS-USA Exchange Students Maria from Portugal and Emma from Denmark, hosted in the Southern New England Area Team, are two global citizens creating a more just and peaceful world in their host communities. Hear how they are recognizing Human Rights Day in a video they created for a special event hosted by the West Hartford Human Rights Commission!