Breaking Stereotypes of the World
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…
Participant Stories
So Much to Learn and Discover
By Joey C., YES Abroad 2017-2018, Philippines It’s been a little over two months since I packed up my bags in Brooklyn and departed for the Philippines. Since then, I’ve…
Europeans arrive in PH to learn Filipino culture
On the 15th of September 2017, marked the beginning of the reputable life changing and revitalizing journey of three foreign participants who decided to choose Philippines as their destination. Events…
The Awesomeness of My Program – PYLP
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…
Appreciating the Western World
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…
Experiencing Philippines
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…
From Belgium to Philippines
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…
A Life-Changing Experience
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,…
I can’t wait for my AFS experience abroad
by Trisha Magsalang (AFS Student to Sweden 2018-2019) I find it kind of funny now when I look back and remember how anxious I felt about meeting everyone else. Before…