AFS International Youth Development

Activities: Community Volunteer Projects / Medical, Health, Medicine / High School Study Abroad / Summer Study Abroad / Media Internships
Location: Multiple Destinations

AFS Intercultural Programs is an international, voluntary, non-governmental, non-profit organization that provides intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world.

AFS Exchange Programs

AFS is a leading study abroad program for secondary school students, supported and facilitated by trained staff and volunteers. Since 1947, AFS has prepared young people to gain the practical skills and knowledge valued by universities and employers—and needed to succeed in a global world.

Open up your world to new possibilities: Life-changing global exchange programs in more than 99 destinations.

High School Study Abroad Programs

Study at a high school in a new country, during an academic year, semester or trimester. Make new friends, learn a new language, live with a global family, and become an active global citizen! It is all about personal growth, cultural exploration, active global citizenship and belonging.

Online Programs

Now you don’t have to travel to become an exchange student. Experience intercultural learning, meet peers around the world and become a Global Citizen from home! AFS Global You are high-impact, educational, fun and truly global virtual programs based on decades of expertise in the field, these programs build your personal and professional changemaker mindset and skills.

Short Study Abroad Programs

The AFS Academies are highly focussed short-term, theme-based programs for under 18s designed to empower you to change your world, engage in hands-on activities, and learn skills vital to becoming a global citizen of tomorrow. AFS Academies provide the perfect opportunity to explore human rights, STEM, language and culture, and sustainability.

Volunteer

Join a movement of active citizens helping people and communities learn to live together. AFS transforms volunteers into global citizens and changemakers.