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Over this past week, participants explored one of our country’s most exciting cities, where they soaked in some of the many cultures that make up Chicago’s unique landscape.
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On Monday, August 3, 2026, communities across the country will celebrate the power of international exchange — and we want AFS volunteers to join in.
As we continue to expand our library of resources available to volunteers, we’re excited to announce that new branded presentations are available for use.
Last week, students from across the United States completed Lewis and Clark: Then and Now, an immersive program that explored the rich history, cultures, and communities of the Pacific Northwest while building the intercultural understanding and AFS Power Skills needed to thrive in today’s interconnected world.
We’re sharing a story from Meika, an exchange student from Hiroshima, Japan.
Great news: for the fifth consecutive year, AFS-USA alumna Jenny K. Messner and her husband Mike are matching every gift to AFS-USA dollar for dollar, up to $250,000. The campaign launches July 1 and runs through August 31.
Throughout June, our Passport to Hosting: Global Spotlight series featured exchange students from around the world, showcasing the unique perspectives, cultures, and experiences they bring to their host communities.
Thank you for highlighting the stories of our incoming exchange students from Europe, Asia, and South America over the last few weeks.
The Marketing team has created new materials for volunteers to use when promoting our incoming hosted students to potential host families and