Explore the world from home, make new friends and experience new cultures. With this one-of-a-kind online program you will learn about connecting with people across cultures and become part of a global community. In addition to having fun, you’ll learn from AFS intercultural learning experts based on more than 70 years of experience running exchange programs and other education programs in more than 60 countries.
Virtual 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!
Explore our Virtual Programs
We offer two virtual learning programs for teenagers & young adults to learn more about changemaker mindset and skills. Your classmates would come from all over the world. Our programs are educational, interactive and fun!
AFS Global You Adventurer
AFS Global You Changemaker
Change the world, become part of a global community, and learn about social innovation with two world-class organizations! This program will teach you the tools you need to create your social impact project and become a Global Changemaker, no matter where you are. It was developed by AFS in partnership with the Center for Social Impact Strategy at the University of Pennsylvania, an Ivy League institution.
Why choose an AFS Virtual Program?
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Connect with peers from all around the world.
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Join a global community of AFS Global Citizens.
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Gain 21st century skills that will help your future studies and career.
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Earn a Certificate that will help you stand out.
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Begin making a difference in the world.
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Learn to see the world through different eyes without leaving your home.
Decades of experience + partnership with fellow experts
AFS has been transforming lives and developing active global citizens through our intercultural education programs for over 75+ years. For the AFS Global You Changemaker program we partnered with the University of Pennsylvania’s (Penn) Center for Social Impact Strategy (CSIS), an Ivy League University and one of the most prestigious educational institutions in the world.
Information for parents
Help your teen gain valuable skills while having a fun and productive time, unleash their creativity, develop a social impact project and join the global AFS community. Trust AFS to help them build lifelong ties in an international community while developing key 21st century competencies.
Participants in AFS online programs receive a Certificate to help them stand apart, and prepare them for their future studies and work. Plus, your child will be eligible for a discount on future study abroad with AFS.