by Justin Gonzales, KL-YES Alumnus After my YES Program, I have worked on accomplishing not only for my own good, but also for the honor and pride of my school…
by Franklin A. Colasito, Holy Virgin of Salvacion School Inc. Faculty Member: There, she stood before us at the Arrival Area, Tacloban DZR Airport sometime in July 2018. Tall and…
The Filipino Language Camp for YES Abroad Participants was held last October 15-19. During the said event, students were taught the basics of the Filipino Language by an instructor from…
by Mary Agnes Motril a.k.a. Gabie Germans are cold and direct. Russians are always angry. Italians are all pasta and noise. Filipinos are nothing more than Asians born from Spanish…
by May Fiel Divino During my exchange experience, I underwent series of leadership training, found a new family, made new friends, and experienced a culture that’s whole lot different from…
by Datu Norhamidin Mamasinged “My AFS experience had a lifetime impact on me especially in the aspect of seeing and understanding this crucial world. This opportunity crafted my personal growth…
by Magnus Sigaard (participant from Denmark) My first two weeks in the Philippines have allowed me to build relationships with new set of friends, taste delicious food, and attend various…
by Nicolas Philippart (participant from Belgium) I spent a year in the amazing exchange in the island of Bohol,Philippines in year 2017-2018. I was with an amazing family with three…
by: Natalia Ramos Nufio (participant from Guatemala) My experience in the Philippines opened my eyes to the world. Thanks to AFS. You were the ones who taught me about respect,…
