Announcing a new Covid-19: Online Orientation and Support Resources section on My AFS Help and Learning. Read on for more information on these resources and an important note.
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Openness to non-traditional placements is important when it comes to finding the right student(s) for a single parent or same-sex family as well as a family who wants to host two students, but how do you know if a student is open to such a placement? You can find out by searching for Non-Traditional Placement Preferences!
AFS-USA is pleased to announce a new series of information sessions available to potential study abroad participants, their natural parents, and host families!
In our new Hosting Photo Contest, host families and exchange students can submit their best photos as a family for a chance to win some AFS prizes!
We’re excited to announce the launch of the AFS-USA’s Media Literacy Campaign! The campaign seeks to educate hosted AFSers and American high school students on the importance of media literacy.
In our Hosting Photo Contest, current host families and hosted students can submit their best photos and enter for a chance to win some AFS prizes!
It isn’t too late to learn to write student bios!
The Bureau of Educational & Cultural Affairs will begin inviting 2019 J-1 Exchange Visitor alumni to join the Department of State’s International Exchange Alumni website.
To learn fun facts about Japanese life and culture check out our Japan host country profile and flyer!
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.