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Welcome to our global community.

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.

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Stay engaged with us.

We encourage all of our alumni to stay connected with AFS! The broader our network, the more global citizens we can reach and the greater impact we can have on changing the world. The world needs globally-aware and competent individuals who can break down the rising barriers between people and cultures. AFS Alumni of all kinds living throughout communities in the U.S. (and beyond!) play a crucial and active role in sharing with others to expand our reach.

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Connect with other alumni.

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.

Join the Returnee Reconnect Facebook Group
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Check out our alumni stories.

There’s nothing quite as heartwarming as reading the stories of AFS alumni. From enduring friendships and love stories that began abroad to emotional reunions and significant career achievements, these narratives create a rich tapestry of impact that transcends generations, families, and borders. Dive into these stories to relive your AFS adventure and discover new and inspiring facets of your fellow AFSers!

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Richard Engel
Returnee, U.S. to Italy, 1990-91
AFS-USA President’s Council Member
NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent

Whitney Donhause
Returnee, U.S. to Germany, 1984-85
Director and President,
Museum of the City of New York

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Share your own AFS story.

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! 

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Donate to AFS

When you donate to AFS you become part of a global community of supporters of AFS in its work to connect lives and share cultures.

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Contact Us
AFS-USA, Inc.
120 Wall Street, Suite 1600
New York, NY 10005
Email: [email protected]