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Did you know that Make a Difference Day is this Saturday, October 28? Since the AFS family is already committed to making the world a more just and peaceful place, this is an excellent opportunity to come together for the common purpose of improving the lives of others. The following blog suggests 11 ways high […]
We’re excited to jump into Fall “Sending” season, when our focus shifts to encouraging U.S. students to go abroad and explore the world. This week, we’re promoting our programs in Ghana, where people value taking the time to enjoy the company of family and friends. Help give high schoolers a sense of what an exchange […]
At AFS, the spirit of volunteerism is in our DNA. Now in its fourth year, the Project: Change contest asks U.S. students to carry on that tradition by proposing an idea for a volunteer project that could make an impact in one of seven countries. One Grand Prize winner and several additional winners will receive […]
Have you had the chance to peruse our catalog of AFSNext programs for travelers 18 and up? There’s something for everyone, including lots of exciting opportunities to volunteer, teach, intern, and study abroad! To show off AFSNext’s unique programs and consultation services, we’re now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Give us a like or follow to […]
Families decide to host an AFS Exchange Student for lots of reasons, from learning about another country to building bridges of understanding between cultures. This new video shows some of the many reasons given by host families who have opened their hearts and their homes to high schoolers from around the world. Share this Facebook […]
The international students arriving this fall have a wide variety of interests, hobbies, and passions. To show off some of their unique personalities, we’ve put together fun “emoji bios” for social media. Share the Facebook album to help amazing students like these find host families to welcome them in September! Share on Facebook: Highlight and […]
Becoming a “welcome” host family for an AFS student offers the chance to discover a new perspective and create a life-long connection with someone from around the world. Plus, welcome families can help make an international high schooler’s first few weeks in the U.S. absolutely unforgettable! Share this opportunity with anyone you know who is […]
Did you know that we offer year, semester and short-term opportunities for families to host an exchange student? We want to make sure everyone knows, especially so we can find placements for all of our “semester” students coming this fall! Share post on Facebook: Highlight and copy one of the sample captions below, then click […]
We hope you had fun at your Fourth of July festivities! We’re ready to get back in the swing of things after enjoying some barbecues, backyard parties, and fireworks. Now, let’s continue that patriotic spirit by encouraging new families to share American culture with an international exchange student! Share on Facebook: Highlight and copy the […]