The Global Educator Newsletter: Celebrate Global Learning Week with AFS-USA!
The latest edition of the Global Educator Newsletter – “Celebrate Global Learning Week with AFS-USA!” – went out on November 3rd.
Tag: Sponsored Programs
Investing in Global Citizens: The Sponsored Programs Advisory Group
AFS’s Sponsored Programs Advisory Group (SPAG) provides input and guidance to the Sponsored Programs Department, promotes Sponsored Programs priorities within the AFS community, and serves as a resource to the volunteer network to help ensure compliance and strengthen the AFS staff and volunteer partnership.
Update on Government Shutdown
While staffing is limited in the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Youth Programs Division during the shutdown, essential requests are still being handled. At this time, no impact is anticipated on reimbursements or stipend disbursements for students.
YES Students Bio Flyer Now Available to Share
Share this new bio flyer that features our incoming YES students that will be spending a year in the U.S.! Perfect for hanging up
Urgent: Every One of Us Must Act Now to Place Students & Protect YES
Please take action to support international exchange programs today!
2026-27 CBYX Application is Open!
The CBYX application for the 2026-27 program year has opened! Motivated American high school students are encouraged to submit their applications by November 3, 2025 to be considered. Help us spread the word!
Host Family Recruitment Funds for Area Teams
Great News! Host Family Recruitment Funds are available for each area team to support local initiatives recruiting Host Families
Sponsored Programs Host Family Recruitment Funds
What are Sponsored Programs Host Family Recruitment Funds? What can these funds be used for? What are the restrictions on the use of
Go ‘Behind the Ballot’ with AFS-USA and the League of Women Voters
Register now for the session on October 16th!
Champions Month: Promote our Sponsored Programs exchange students this week!
Promote Sponsored Programs students during the last week of Champions Month!