Zealand, Japan, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Since each program differs in duration, content and age criteria, please contact the AFS for detailed descriptions of each program.
Common components of all AFS secondary school programs are:
AFS students live with host families selected by AFS. The family homestay provides the opportunity to learn first-hand about the culture as well as to enhance language ability.
The participation fee includes international travel, medical insurance, orientation, and materials for language instruction. Visa fees are the responsibility of the participant. Special travel arrangements, if requested, are at the participant's expense.
Orientations are provided for students before departure to and upon arrival in the host country.
Applications must be submitted with a non-refundable HK$200 application fee, and a photocopy of the last year's school report (1 year). AFS will contact you to arrange participation in an interview and orientation.
Population: Approx. 3,6 million
Capital: Wellington
Language: English
Religion: 81% Christian
Currency: NZ Dollar
AFS in New Zealand
AFS New Zealand awarded its first fellowships in 1947 and has since grown to an organisation with around 5000 volunteers in over 40 local chapters. The volunteers are responsible for the welfare of students and families in their area and arrange functions, orientation activities and fundraising activities. AFS New Zealand has a National Office in Wellington, which employs 14 staff members.
Program Content
The short program is a nine-week program for high school students. It consists of a home stay and some school attendance. As this program runs during New Zealand school summer holidays there is only limited time at school. However, volunteers organise alternative activities for students, this may involve taking part in a community service project.
Most schools also offer many extracurricular activities. Students may have the opportunity to observe and learn local crafts, Maori culture and New Zealand history. They will also be able to participate in sports and outdoor activities and are encouraged to get involved with clubs and activities in their host community.
Upon arrival students will be met at the airport and then travel to their hosting community. AFS New Zealand provide arrival and end-of-stay orientations by experienced volunteers from the local chapters.
AFS New Zealand's Web Site : http://www.afsnzl.org.nz/
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