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Creating Global Citizens: The AFS Effect Annual Report 2018 news & events JENESYS 2018 Program Search for AFS programs: Choose Programs: Destination Africa Egypt Ghana South Africa Tunisia Asia China India Indonesia Japan Malaysia Philippines Thailand Europe Austria Belgium Flanders French Belgium Czech Republic Denmark Finland France Germany Hungary Iceland Italy Latvia Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Russia Slovakia Spain Sweden Switzerland Turkey Latin America Argentina & Uruguay Bolivia Brazil Chile Colombia Costa Rica Dominican Republic Ecuador Honduras Mexico Panama Paraguay Peru North America Canada United States Oceania New Zealand Duration 8 moths or more 1-3 months Less than 1 month Your Age 13 14 15 16 17 18 18+ Area of Interest Sustainability High School Abroad Language Learning Volunteer Abroad Study Abroad Gap Year Abroad Short-term Study Abroad Teacher Exchange Summer Study Abroad Search Programs Update on the AFS Response to COVID-19 AFS Intercultural Programs is closely monitoring the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the measures and actions by global health experts and government officials, including the declaration by the World Health Organization of the COVID-19 pandemic. In these circumstances many countries have started to suspend schools, closed borders, and enforced strict quarantine measures. Read More AFS delivers mission-driven impact three ways We develop active global citizens to take action We globalize schools and institutions with tools and programs We expand access to intercultural education with scholarships and outreach. We provide extraordinary intercultural learning opportunities Study Abroad Host an AFSer Volunteer SENTIO Programs Educators and Schools Global Competence Certificate Study Abroad Programs Crucial in Developing Global Citizens, New Study Finds Study abroad programs effectively prepare young people to navigate, work and volunteer in global and multicultural environments, reports a new global study by AFS Intercultural Programs , a leading international education organization with 70+ years of experience with global exchange programs. The new report titled “ Creating Global Citizens: The AFS Effect ” demonstrates how study abroad motivates people to become global citizens and become involved in social causes in their communities. Download the Full Report Forget your Comfort Zone Whether you are in high school, at a university or jump-starting your career, AFS has the right program for you! Go to school, learn another language or check out our cultural internships and volunteer abroad opportunities. Host families and volunteers are waiting to help make your intercultural learning experience the best time of your life. Study abroad with AFS Annual Report 2019 Annual Report 2018 is a comprehensive report on activities, events, meet, programs etc. throughout the preceding year (Aug 2018 to July 2019). 2018 was a great year! Our Annual Report is full of amazing impact stories. Congrats to all of volunteers, educators, schools, alumni & other stakeholders for your support, commitment and love! Thank you for creating a meaningful impact and being part of the #AFSeffect by sharing your stories & experiences with us. Explore Annual Report 2019 Our Latest News and Events Highlights Voice of PEACE: Sensitizing The Peacemakers of Tomorrow Congratulations to the YES Alumni on the success of workshops conducted in five regions of India – Delhi, Indore, Bangaluru, Kolkata & Ahmedabad as a part of VOICE OF PEACE… Network Strategy Meeting 2019 The AFS Network Strategy Meeting was held in Montreal, Canada from 11th to 13th October 2019. Partner Directors, Board Members from AFS partners attend this 3 day meeting. The goals… AFS Navratri Event 2019 The Ahmedabad chapter organized AFS Navratri event 2019 from 04th to 07th October 2019. The event had the participation of host students, volunteers and staff member. There were total 34… Impact Stories “A Brave Decision To Go For A Year Exchange, Getting Out of Your World And Entering A Dynamic Journey” By Vandita Rajpal from Rajkot Hosted in Finland on AFS Programs 2018 “17th August 2018 is when I began a journey of experiencing archives of moments from my dream exchange… “Adopt The Pace of Nature: Her Secret Is Patience” By Jordan Sanjay Mahida from Anand Hosted in Norway on AFS Programs 2018 “One can buy all the riches in the world but one cannot buy experience or patience. These… “These 10 Months Have Really Brought A Change Into The Way I Look At Life, Taught Me Countless Lessons” By Durga Jean from Ooty Hosted in France on AFS Programs 2018 “Perfection, this was everything I dreamed about. When they say France is a beautiful country, they don’t lie.… AFS empowers students and adults with the practical skills to tackle the global challenges of 21st century. “AFS is committed to furthering the cause of the sustainable development goals set aside by the United Nations. AFS empowers students and adults with the practical skills and understanding required to tackle the defining global challenges of the 21st century. AFS as an organization helps in achieving global goals like gender equality, quality education, renewable energy, reduced inequalities, responsible consumption, peace and justice, climate action and partnerships for the goals.” – AFS Volunteer Volunteer with AFS JENESYS 2018 80 Young Cultural Ambassadors to Japan on JENESYS Program Representing India in Japan for the next 10 days are the 80 high-potential youth from pan-India selected under the prestigious JENESYS 2018 scholarship – short-term program, funded by Ministry of Foreign Affairs Japan. The prestigious program is facilitated by AFS Intercultural Programs India. Read More About JENESYS Program Costa Rica Indonesia Iceland Kenya More Welcome a new family member Host an AFSer Expose your family to a world outside of their own by helping an international student achieve her global dreams. Explore a new culture and share your family life and traditions. Read More Hear from AFS Students | Experience #AFSEffect Being in India by Dane Liebermann | YES Abroad Student Watch Now A Global Perspective by Sanjana Rastogi | AFS Sentio Program Watch Now Proud Indian by Martina Magi from Italy Watch Now Exploring India by Madison Roberge | YES Abroad Student Watch Now Experience your world through the eyes of a young person from another country “I think AFS gave me a lot of new endeavors. If you participate with AFS, you will see many things that you can’t see in Thailand or in your home country. You will become more confident and make your parents proud of you. You will know your host country better when you visit there instead of just viewing photos from the internet. You will know exactly how they live and their lifestyle instead of just listening from other people. A year before, I used to sit in an assembly while there were presenting about AFS.” — Student in India from Thailand Host an AFSer Ready to change the world? Volunteer for AFS Explore your potential and pick from a choice of roles and flexible schedules. Benefit from our exceptional volunteer training program, develop your leadership skills and help others learn how to live together. Read More Engaging with my community; meeting people from around the world “If I ...