Responding to the Recent Tragedy in Parkland, Florida
In light of the recent tragedy in Parkland, Florida, AFS-USA would like to reaffirm our dedication to the safety and well-being of our students, host families, and volunteers.
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Join the AFS-USA Hosting and Sending Facebook Groups
Stay in touch with other AFS Volunteers – submit your request to join the AFS-USA Hosting and Sending Facebook Groups!
Ready for the 10 for 10 Host Family Challenge?
Join in fun new ways to reach out to families about hosting! Our goal is to find 10 host families per day for 10 days straight.
Recognizing AFS Volunteer Kevin Nickels
This month we’re pleased to spotlight Kevin Nickels from the World Flags Area Team, who has been involved with AFS since 2013. Congratulations Kevin!
AFS in the Media
How Studying Abroad Has Broadened an AFSer’s Perspective Kyla McKim had a fruitful study abroad experience in Germany last year. As the
AFS in the Media
AFS has been mentioned in several articles within the past few weeks. Please use these stories to help promote our work and mission.
AFS-USA Featured in Parade Magazine
AFS-USA Host Families and Volunteers shared their AFS Effect stories for an article on student exchange in the nationwide publication, Parade magazine.
AFS-USA Holiday Closing and Emergency Contact Procedure
AFS-USA will be closed from 2:00 PM ET December 22 and will reopen on January 2. There will be Duty Officer coverage the entire time.
2018-2019 Hosted Students Now Available for Placement!
The first 2018-2019 hosted students are ready for placement! We have also made changes to how students are being made available based on staff and volunteer feedback.
Help Promote AFS-USA on Giving Tuesday!
Dear AFS-USA Volunteers, Every year at this time, AFS-USA launches a campaign to raise essential funding for the organization and its mission.