Welcome to our globally-aware, multi-generational extended community of program alumni! This includes students who studied abroad (and sometimes refer to themselves as AFS Returnees), former host family members and families who sent their teens abroad, people who once volunteered for AFS, and others whose lives have been touched by AFS. Whether you studied abroad or not — you are a member of our AFS alumni community, and this is YOUR international network! 

Our alumni are champions of global competence and agents of change. Many have chosen careers in education, international affairs, science and technology, medicine, media, and business. They work to make the world more peaceful, sustainable, and interconnected. When our participants become alumni, they can continue to rely on AFS and fellow AFSers to further develop their global skills.

Staying connected with fellow AFS alumni offers countless benefits. Whether they were part of your original study abroad group, former host students from your program country, or fellow host parents from your community, maintaining these relationships fosters a sense of camaraderie and enriches your life with diverse perspectives. Many AFS alumni organize reunions, plan trips, join group chats or Facebook pages, and host Zoom meetings to catch up and keep the AFS spirit alive. These connections not only help you stay engaged and nurture valuable friendships but also provide inspiration for the next generation of AFSers.

Your AFS experiences are what make this community so special, and storytelling is one of the most powerful ways you can make an impact. Tell us your story and inspire friends and family to do the same!