What are your weekend plans with your host family?
Here’s Africa from Spain in Washington state, ready to jump into the weekend with her host family’s granddaughter!
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Global Youth Service Day 2019 Round-Up
Last month, thousands of young people around the world once again came together in the spirit of helping others during Global Youth Service Day. With the tagline “Your Story Starts Today,” Youth Service America encouraged young people to see the power that they have right now and make a difference. Groups of Aspect exchange students around the U.S. started … Continue reading
Single Host Family Spotlight – Jan & Hanna
Today we are shining the spotlight on single host mom, Jan in Utah and her exchange daughter, Hanna from France! These two have created a special bond, one that extends beyond borders. Read more to hear why Jan has chosen to host students as a single person and the experience Hanna has gained by being … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Tribute to Janet Tricamo
On this #ThankfulThursday, we are paying special tribute to the work and legacy of Janet Tricamo, one of our late beloved international coordinators. Janet would have celebrated her 73rd birthday this past Monday. Read on to hear how a few of her colleagues and friends continue to remember and celebrate Janet’s kind spirit and all … Continue reading
Volunteer Spotlight: Edson from Tanzania
With Global Youth Service Day starting this Friday, April 12th, we’re shining the spotlight on a student who has been giving back in a big-hearted way all year long – Edson from Tanzania! Edson, studying in Texas with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program, has had the unique opportunity to volunteer with the World Relief Organization … Continue reading
Cross-Cultural Activities: Aspect Students Getting Involved!
Today we are showcasing some of the fun and educational cultural enhancement activities that our stellar exchange students and their coordinators have participated in throughout the year! With Aspect Foundation’s mission of bridging cultures and offering culturally enriching experiences to all participants under the Department of State’s Leadership Education and Diplomacy (LEAD) program, our students … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Exchange Experiences that Keep on Giving!
Aspect Foundation’s inbox is flooded with notes of gratitude for all who participate in cultural youth exchange. Today, one of our former Japanese Aspect students, Yoriko, and her host sister, Sonja, from Wisconsin write in to share how their experiences with cultural exchange have lived on generationally. Yoriko received a Christmas present from her American … Continue reading
Thank You Thursday – Lisa from Kosovo
Aspect Foundation’s inbox is flooded with notes of gratitude for all who participate in cultural youth exchange. Today, Lisa from Kosovo studying in Washington with the Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program expresses appreciation for everyone who has made her exchange year the best one yet! So far this has been the best year of my … Continue reading
