AFS-USA

#Nonprofit offering intercultural education to foster global competence and peace.

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Today we're highlighting incoming German exchange students who you can host this year with AFS-USA. 🇩🇪

Hear from some current CBYX students about their experiences in the U.S. - then check out student bios at https://t.co/CZmm4L22Rb!

#AFS #Germany #CBYX #GermanCulture #Hosting

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Help us celebrate volunteers from your area team by nominating them for the AFS-USA Volunteer Awards! 🏆

Nominations will be accepted until July 15. AFS-USA Volunteers can check out our designated Help & Learning article for more info and to access the nomination forms.

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This week, we’re highlighting incoming #AFS students from countries across Europe – starting with Italy!  🇮🇹

Swipe to discover the meaningful experiences that can come from welcoming an #Italian exchange student into your family.

🔗Visit https://t.co/lAubi0fTh2 to explore bios!

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When you welcome an exchange student into your home, you’re experiencing more than just the common cultural snippets you might see on TV in a book. Allow yourself to connect with a French exchange and get to know the deeper beauty of France!

Learn more: https://t.co/f2HGp5VznT!

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Great news! The application deadline for two of AFS-USA's domestic programs has been extended to June 5, 2026, and scholarships are still available.

Apply today: https://t.co/hFOJbgrX6y

#AFS #StudentExchange #SummerPrograms #PeaceStartsAtHome #Scholarships

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A summer of discovery starts here — but the application deadline is approaching!

Apply today: https://t.co/l8EDaXaf8E.

#AFSUSA #YouthDevelopment #Chicago #ChicagoHistory #PNW #Portland #SummerTravel #SummerPrograms #PeaceStartsAtHome #DomesticExchange #ExploreChicago #STEM

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Thailand is known for its warm hospitality, ancient architecture, and lively street culture. So why not bring that energy to your family and community?

Learn more about the Thai students who will be arriving in the U.S. this fall at https://t.co/b7CcHWC9In!

#AFS #Thailand

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Congratulations to our #TeacherAppreciationWeek contest winners - Celine from Germany and Shatha from Lebanon.

To celebrate, these teachers will receive special gifts from AFS-USA! Thank you to all of the educators out there who have an unforgettable impact on our students. 🎓

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Deadline Extended to May 31!

There’s still time to apply to Pathfinder: NextGen Careers and scholarships are still available! 🧬🔭💡

📅 June 22–29, 2026
🔗 Learn more and apply by May 31: https://t.co/gBU75sm9iz

#AFS #YouthDevelopment #STEM #SummerPrograms #PathfinderNextGen

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This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we recognize our Medallion Member Schools, who create a more peaceful world by inviting exchange students to make an impact in and out of their classrooms!

Photo: Bibi from Tajikistan presenting a certificate to Ponderosa High School in CA.

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Congrats to two AFS-USA honorable mentions for the 24th Annual CSIET Art Cover Contest – Shusmita from Bangladesh and Iryna from Ukraine!🎨

Their designs reflect the incredible talent and passion our hosted students have for their exchange experiences.

#AFS #CSIET #StudentArt

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It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎📚

The dedication and care of educators across the country help create welcoming classrooms for our exchange students. During this celebration, we encourage you to show teachers how much we value their role in our AFS family!

#AFS #Teachers

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As we wrap up Volunteer Appreciation Month, we’re spotlighting AFS Exchange podcast episodes that share the many stories of our incredible volunteer network!

🎧Listen now: https://t.co/8KevwwbrLA

#AFS #VolunteerAppreciation #Podcast #CommunityBuilding

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As we wrap up #VolunteerAppreciationMonth, we are proud to recognize the Colorado Rockies volunteers and key community partners whose dedication made the Youth Talk Program a reality!

Learn about the positive impact of Youth Talk: https://t.co/evSlNRJnvC

#AFS #AFSUSA #Japan

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Once an AFSer, always an AFSer...and today we’re celebrating you!

In honor of #NationalAlumniDay, we want to thank all our alumni for being a part of our AFS community. You are part of a lifelong network built on connection, curiosity, and cultural understanding.

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Our new domestic exchange programs bring students together from across the United States for immersive intercultural experiences - no passport required. Learn more at https://t.co/l8EDaXaf8E!

#AFS #StudentTravel #SummerTravel #ExchangePrograms #TeenTravel #HighSchoolExchange

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Happy #VolunteerRecognitionDay! Our organization is founded in the spirit of volunteerism. We cherish our volunteers for their passion, dedication, and creativity as they make the world a better place through the power of intercultural exchange.

#AFS #Volunteer #AFSEffect

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"By the time that student leaves at the end of the school year, you can't imagine what you were as a family before them."

Read Christina's story to see what's possible when you open your home and your heart.

👉 https://t.co/Z7xxmG17lT

#AFSExchange #AFSUSA #HostFamily

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The AFS #SanDiego Area Team knows the importance of acknowledging their fellow #volunteers! Small gifts such as these are a reminder to their team that they are appreciated for their dedication to #AFS. What makes your Area Team special? Send us an email at [email protected]!

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For teens in the U.S., there are countless ways to discover the rich cultures and stories that shape our country — many right in our own backyard. This summer, join us for a journey through time in the #PNW!

Learn more: https://t.co/dUtcBV5WdG

#AFS #LewisAndClark #USHistory