In the first article on the Support & Learning Advisory Group, we focused on their role, support tools, and training. This article will first address mental health, how to determine when a participant needs help, and secondly, our own self-care.
Tag: National Council
Has the looming deadline for nominating a volunteer or team for one of our national or international awards been on your mind? Have no fear!
The National Council created the Volunteer Recognition Committee to ensure a group of dedicated volunteers and staff work toward recognition and appreciation consistently throughout the years.
The Volunteer Engagement Advisory Group works to support our teams and chapters in creating positive and meaningful experiences for all volunteers in AFS-USA.
Each issue of “My AFS News” will include this column, “The Voice of the Chair.” This feature is an opportunity for Jim Walker, Chair of the National Council (NC) and NC Vice Chair Ann Sweet, to help AFS volunteers understand more about the NC and its crucial role in the organization.
The Travel Advisory Group (TAG) of the National Council seeks to provide a seamless and integrated arrival and departure experience for our hosted students, volunteers, and staff.
The AFS National Council (NC) is made up of committees and Advisory Groups (AGs) who take on questions regarding how AFS can operate more efficiently and effectively for participants, host families and volunteers.
This year, through the Peter J. Westort Volunteer Leadership Award, AFS-USA chaperones will be welcome to apply for one of four $500 stipends to be awarded to four volunteer chaperones in the coming year.
The 75th anniversary of AFS-USA was celebrated by AFS staff and volunteers from around the country – and around the world – in St. Louis this past weekend. Volunteer Recognition Awards shined a spotlight on those who went above and beyond this past year.
Please take a moment to view this message from Jim Walker, AFS-USA Volunteer and Board Member.