What AFS programs taught me about myself and others
This article was written by Theresa Boyd, an AFS exchange student from New Zealand, studying abroad in Denmark. Theresa describes her…
Author: AFS Intercultural Programs
The AFS experience is all about sharing
This post was written by Eya Kharbech, an AFS student from Tunisia on exchange in Switzerland. Eya is one of the young…
Excited to embark on a new adventure with AFS
This post was written by Mohau Mofokeng, an AFS student from South Africa on exchange in China. Mohau is one of the…
Collaboration, empathy and self-awareness are key skills of global citizens, an AFS forum concludes
In this article, you will read about: Key skills of global citizens and important prerequisites for learning to live together…
Stand with AFS – we are One Welcoming World
Now more than ever, AFS commits to a vision of warmth and welcome for international students. Our One Welcoming World…
Overcoming the silence on religions and intercultural dialogue
In this article, you will read about: Best practices and steps to take to overcome hurdles in interfaith dialogue What…
First impressions from my study abroad experience: awesome and weird in so many peculiar ways
This post was written by Ambani Makuya, an AFS student from South Africa on exchange in the Philippines. Ambani is one…
Learning a new language boosted my self-confidence
This post was written by Jennifer Sarkodie, an AFS student from Ghana on exchange in Turkey. Jennifer is one of…
Learning Chinese is the best adventure of my life
This post was written by Zeineb Besrour, an AFS exchange student from Tunisia to China. Zeineb is one of the young…