Update on Volunteer Support and Registration
AFS-USA is in the process of making upgrades to its volunteer support and registration systems and processes, in an effort to improve the volunteer experience.
Tag: Hosting
And the 25 Reel Life contest finalists are…
For this year’s AFS Reel Life host family contest, one family will be randomly selected to receive a trip to Orlando, FL
Champions Month kicks off June 12th!
Champions Month starts Tuesday, June 12th! Visit and bookmark this page for resources you can use to find host families for students from certain countries, on certain programs, or students who have special needs or placement restrictions.
Do one thing (Day 3) – Create a hosting press release
Today’s resource is a Press Release Generator that will email you a customized AFS press release and an email template to help
Do one thing (Day 2) – Post on Nextdoor
Thanks for sharing those Reel Life contest entries yesterday! Today, create a free account on Nextdoor.com, a website designed to help neighbors
“Do one thing” for host family recruitment!
Across the country, AFS Volunteers like you are getting the word out about the opportunity to host an exchange student this fall.
Announcing Text Message Reminders for Monthly Contacts
In response to feedback from volunteers, we are excited to announce a new text messaging feature for monthly contact reminders!
Student Audio Introductions: Meet Mohammad from Jordan!
Student audio introductions are a great way for potential host families to get to know students coming this fall. These introductions can now be found on a student’s “Get to Know” in Global Link, and are also available on the Meet the Students page.
AFS in the Media
AFS Student Writes Letter to Host Mother An AFS Student hosted in Washington published a letter expressing his gratitude to his Host
Vote for an AFS Reel Life contest entry – support host families!
Cast your vote for Reel Life to help choose which family will get to make new memories with their exchange student!