Welcoming one exchange student into your community can have ripple effects that transform countless lives and build bridges of connection for years to come.
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In the Season 5 finale of The AFS Exchange podcast, we tackle the reality of exchange head-on: the moments of challenge that define true growth. Hear firsthand stories from former AFS students who successfully navigated difficult situations in the U.S. and abroad, including communication barriers, integrating into school life, and coping with loss. Amanda and John from AFS-USA’s […]
View the October 2025 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families here!
Today is the first day of GLW — an initiative from AFS-USA that empowers AFSers to start a dialogue about the power of exchange.
POGO is back and it’s the perfect way to give your team a head start for the NH26 cycle.
AFS-USA will be making updates to the Meet the Students search tool on afsusa.org/host to improve its look, feel, and overall usability on both desktop and mobile devices.
Hear real advice from last year’s AFS students on making friends, setting realistic goals, and handling challenges like school, homesickness, and family dynamics.
AFS Students for the SH26 Cycle (arriving January 2026) and NH26 Cycle (Arriving in August 2026) are ready to connect to a family and school in your community!
Global Learning Week (GLW) is coming up in November, and we hope you will join the AFS community in celebrating international education during this exciting week-long event! GLW is an AFS-USA initiative that celebrates international exchange and year-round cross-cultural connections by exposing communities to different cultures and perspectives. During the week of November 17 – […]
View the October 2025 Edition of the Global Family Explorer Newsletter for host families HERE!