Welcome the world into your home and become a Global Family with AFS.

AFS Intercultural Programmes is an international, voluntary, non-governmental, not-for-profit organisation that provides exchange programmes and intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world.

Hosting an AFS exchange student is your family’s chance to experience a new culture right here, in your own home.

AFS friendships last a lifetime, expand your horizons and give you a new family member. We welcome all types of families and offer support throughout the hosting experience.

Check out our website for more information and to see the students looking for host families for 2025: https://www.afs.org.nz/hostastudent/