Teams have the option to hold in-person or virtual orientations and if a student is unable to attend the Team’s scheduled orientation, an alternative arrangement must be made. Please see the following sections for additional information.
Conducting Orientations for Host Families
Conducting Orientations for Hosted Participants
Conducting Sending Orientations for Students
AFS-USA staff have developed Best Practices for Organizing In-Person Events and Orientations to aid volunteers in their event planning.
Volunteers must continue to follow state, territorial, tribal, and local recommendations and requirements for in-person gatherings.