At AYA, we believe that we change the world one student, one family, and one country at a time. … [Read more...]
#ComeTogetherAYA
We're working hard to place all of our amazing students, and we can't do it alone! That's why this year our theme is #ComeTogetherAYA What does that mean? It means that we can reach our goal if we work together. Each year we place over 1,000 students with the help of our … [Read more...]
Mid-Year Orientation
The 2015 Mid Year Orientation was a successful and positive experience for all staff, students and local coordinators who participated. In addition to exploring Disney Parks, students greatly enjoyed meeting other exchange students from all over the world. Groups were randomly … [Read more...]
A FLEX Student’s Story: Ella from Russia
by Ella, FLEX student from Russia It’s already April and I realize that the time to go home will come really soon. I don’t want to leave the U.S. yet because I became very close to my host family and friends. My year here is truly amazing. I tried to be involved in many … [Read more...]
New Referral Program – We’re Expanding Our Referrals to Everyone!
We're expanding our referral program to everyone! We want to get the word out about the importance of cultural exchange in every community. So we're expanding our referral program! Now, anyone who loves AYA can refer a host family or a local coordinator! … [Read more...]
LC of the Month: Laurie J. from Missouri
Congratulations Laurie! Laurie is a Local Coordinator and Host Mom from Missouri. She has been a part of the AYA program for over a decade and has continuously been an amazing support system for her students and an advocate for the AYA program. Her student Anna from Russia … [Read more...]