Orientation Volunteer Newsletter January 2026 Edition
View the new January 2026 Orientation Volunteer Newsletter for important Mid-Year Orientation tips and training opportunities.
Tag: Hosting
2026 National Hosting Kick-Off Recap and Resources
On Thursday, January 15, Volunteers and Staff came together to start piecing together the 2026 AFS Hosting Puzzle and unveil this year’s theme: Together, We Make Exchange Possible!
Talking to Students about Protests, Political Unrest, and ICE
Sharing a discussion guide for volunteers to help with difficult conversations around recent law enforcement activity in communities across the country.
Watch Now: Student Bio Writing Guide for Volunteers
A recorded guide on Writing Student Bios is now available for volunteers who want to learn more about this important part of welcoming AFS students.
Get Connected! Hosting Volunteer Community
The Hosting Advisory Group is made up of volunteers throughout the USA and they would like to connect with YOU!
Last Chance! Apply to be a 2026 Travel Chaperone or Program Leader
The 2026 Flight/Belo Chaperone and Program Leader application closes on…
Join us for the AFS-USA 2026 Hosting Kickoff
All AFS-USA Volunteers are invited to join the virtual kickoff for the 2026-27 Placement Cycle
View the December 2025 Edition of the Global Family Explorer
View the December Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families
Help AFS-USA Place the Remaining Seven SH26 (January Semester) Students!
Join the AFS-USA winter Share-A-Thon to help identify host families and schools for the remaining SH26 (Jan semester) students.
Apply Now to be a 2026 Volunteer Travel Chaperone or Summer Program Leader
It’s time to apply to be a 2026 Travel Chaperone or Summer Program Leader!