Introducing a New Tool: My Emotional Passport
A new tool is available for volunteers to guide hosted participants in identifying and practicing positive self-care strategies during their exchange.
Tag: Participant Support
Reduction of Monthly Contact Notification Emails
Monthly Contacts requiring staff and volunteer follow-up will now produce fewer notifications emails.
Holiday Emergency Coverage
Please read this important message from the Support Department about Emergency Coverage over the 2019 holiday break.
AFS-USA Staff: Who to Contact
As we get fully integrated into the new field staff structure, we created a helpful cheat sheet for volunteers to better understand the role of each of their staff people.
Check Out the Support Webinar on Conflict Strategies
The November Support Webinar is a great resource for addressing and navigating conflicts. You can watch the recording on MyAFS Help and Learning.
Happening Today: Monthly Support Webinar!
Join us for the Conflict Management Strategies and Best Practices Webinar this evening, November 14 at 8pmET- 7pmCT- 6pmMT- 5pm PT.
Check Out Recordings of the Newest AFS Support Webinars
Expand your knowledge of AFS support tools and learn more about Italian culture, behavior, and communication by watching the Monthly Support Webinars on Help and Learning!
Belo Tours for AFS Participants 2019-2020
We are excited to share the Belo USA programs being offered to AFS participants in the 2019-2020 program year! Read on to get more information on trip dates and details.
Updated Support Tools Templates
The Participant Support Department is happy to share updated versions of our AFS Support Tools, including the Plan for Success, Support Agreement, and Warning Letter for use in the NH19 cycle forward.
Register NOW for the October Support Webinar!
In October, the Monthly Support Webinar will focus on supporting Italian students. The webinar is scheduled for October 10 at 8pm ET- 7pm CT- 6pm MT- 5pm PT.