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Welcome to our living room where each month we
share stories and news about AFS Students and
Families. Imagine your own living room transformed
into an international gathering place as you open
your home to an AFS Exchange Student.
Host Family FAQs
Q: What kinds of families does AFS look for?
A: All kinds. It doesn't get any simpler than that. The
key requirement for a host family is a genuine desire
to host, to learn, and to enjoy the multi-cultural
experience.
Q: How is my student chosen?
A: You decide which student is right for you with
support from AFS. Experienced volunteers, many of
whom have hosted, will introduce you to students
through their applications. Volunteers will help you
select a student based upon your interests and
preferences, and upon their knowledge of students
from different backgrounds. During the review
process, AFS encourages you to express any special
concerns and identify interests you would like to
share with your student.
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Teen Encourages Parents to Host Turkish Student
Last year when Erik Lundeen was a junior at Neenah
High School, he thought seriously about becoming a
foreign exchange student.
“I thought it would be fun,” he said. “Not too many
people get to do it.”
His idea was to go to Switzerland or Iceland, but
eventually his parents talked him out of going
altogether.
“They didn’t want me missing my senior year of high
school,” he said.
Instead, Lundeen persuaded them to host one of the
handful of foreign exchange students that come to
Neenah every year.
With their support, Lundeen connected with AFS, one
of the best-known nonprofit groups coordinating
intercultural learning opportunities for students
around the world. Read full article...Biographies of AFS Exchange Students We're providing biographies of AFS Exchange
Students so that you can envision what it would be
like to share your day-to-day life with a new family
member. Below are examples of students who will be
participating with AFS.
Once you begin the hosting interest form, we will connect you
with a local volunteer to discuss specific students in
your area.
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Juan from Paraguay
Juan enjoys being active. "I have always been
encouraged to practice sports," says the athletic
teen. Juan participates in soccer, track & field, and
tennis. He plays on his school's teams and has
competed nationally and internationally.
Juan also enjoys going to the movies, music concerts,
and hanging out with friends. He is also active in
his student council. Some of the athletic
competitions he has competed in, he helped to
organize.
At the time of his application, Juan was campaigning
for student council president. Elections were this
past September. Juan, who touts peace over
violence,
will pursue a degree in politics and economy.
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Toni from New Zealand
Toni and her family live on a farm. "I help out a
lot on the farm," she says. "I love the freedom it
gives me." Toni enjoys horseback riding, music (she
plays the bass guitar), dancing, and riding her
motorbike.
Toni has played soccer for the last 9 years and has
a large network of friends, in and out of the
classroom. She attends an active school, which
promotes swimming, athletics, and music. Toni is the
school mascot.
Art is Toni's favorite subject. She likes being
creative and is currently considering a career as a
make-up artist for film. She loves animals and has a
very close relationship with her family. She calls
her older sister, Zara, her best friend.
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Our Mission
AFS-USA works toward a more just and peaceful
world by providing international and intercultural
learning experiences to individuals, families, schools,
and communities through a global volunteer
partnership.
AFS is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
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