Cheerleader, Coach, and Confidant: The Role of a Liaison

Cheerleader, Coach, and Confidant: The Role of a Liaison

May 4, 2026 · 32 min · Season 6 · Episode 4

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This episode discusses the vital role of liaisons in the AFS exchange program, highlighting their support and communication functions.

Welcome back to The AFS Exchange! We are continuing our series highlighting the people who keep the AFS engine running: our dedicated volunteers. While the host family provides the home and the school provides the education, the liaison provides the bridge. This unique role is the “third party” support system that ensures communication stays clear, expectations are met, and cultural hurdles are cleared for students and families throughout the exchange program. This is actually part of what s...

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