Auckland Community Event
2025-11-02 17:30 - 20:30 (Pacific/Auckland)

Buzz Zoom Meeting
2025-11-10 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for the last Buzz Session of the year!
We’ll be reviewing 2025 and look ahead to 2026.
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87855481471
Please RSVP to shirley.webb-speight@afs.org if you are planning to attend.

Rangitoto Excursion
2025-11-15 10:00 - 15:00
Calling All Auckland AFSers: Rangitoto Island ExcursionJay Wells from National Office is putting on his volunteer hat and organising a day-trip to Rangitoto Island for hosted students, returnees and all other AFSers wanting to join the fun.
Saturday, 15 November 202510am – 3pm$60 per person (return ferry trip from Auckland)
For more info and to reserve your spot, please contact jay.wells@afs.org by 5 November.

AAI Volunteer Online Exchange- Japan
2025-11-16 21:00 - 22:00
As we progress in our collaboration with our Asian Partnering Countries, this online exchange provides us with an opportunity to gain insight into these nations and connect with fellow AFS volunteers.You are invited to participate in the next upcoming Volunteer Online Exchange presentation scheduled for November with Japan. Date : 16 Nov, 2025 (Sun)Time : 9pm NZ timeSession theme : Rediscovering Everyday Japan ― Beyond StereotypesHow to participate? : Registration is required ☞ Register here!

Mid Stay Orientation
2025-11-23 16:00 - 18:00
This is a zoom orientation for our hosted students on a year programme, to provide an opportunity for students to evaluate their exchange experiences, reflect on personal growth, and address cultural and adaptation challenges they may be encountering.
If you would like to volunteer for this orientation from the comfort of your home email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

Sending Family Orientation
2025-11-24 19:00 - 21:00
This online orientation is to equip sending families to help their children face the intercultural challenges of their high school study abroad program in collaboration with AFS at both the sending and hosting destinations.If you would like to volunteer for this orientation email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

Pre-Departure Orientation In Person
2025-11-27
This date may change. This orientation is for students on the short/intensive programmes over the NZ summer holidays, some students depart on international flights on this day after orientation.
If you would like to volunteer for this orientation email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

Host Family Orientation
2025-12-01 19:00 - 21:00
Link for Host Families to RSVP: https://calendly.com/info-newzealand/host-family-orientation

Pre-Departure Orientation In Person
2025-12-06 - 2025-12-08
For Sending Student’s on Trimester, Semester and Year programmes, leaving early 2026 – designed to prepare students for their upcoming travel abroad, intercultural experience, and development as active global citizens.
If you would like to volunteer for this orientation email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

End of Stay Orientation In Person
2025-12-07 - 2025-12-08
For our Hosted Students who will be flying to their home countries on the 7th of December – designed to help students reflect on their intercultural exchange experience, and prepare for a smooth transition back home.
If you would like to volunteer for this orientation email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

Sending Family Orientation
2025-12-11 18:30 - 20:30
This online orientation is to equip sending families to help their children face the intercultural challenges of their high school study abroad program in collaboration with AFS at both the sending and hosting destinations.
If you would like to volunteer for this orientation email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

Host Family Orientation
2025-12-17 19:00 - 21:00
Link for Hosting Families to RSVP: https://calendly.com/info-newzealand/host-family-orientation

Office Closed
2025-12-24 - 2026-01-06

Arrival Orientation In Person
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-18
This in person orientation is for hosted students arriving on their Semester and Year Students for Flagship and Global Choice – designed to welcome students to their host country, share logistical information and contact details about the local AFS organisation.
If you would like to volunteer for this orientation email amber.bevan@afs.org Training session provided

Auckland Anniversary Day
2026-01-26

Scholarships Open
2026-02-01

Nelson Anniversary
2026-02-03

Waitangi Day
2026-02-06

Host Student Post Arrival Zoom
2026-03-02 18:30 - 20:30
Calendly Link for Students to RSVP to: https://calendly.com/info-newzealand/post-arrival-host-student-orientation

School Presentation Volunteer Training
2026-03-09 19:00 - 20:00
This is a 45-minute training and all are invited – no previous experience required.
– Refresh your skills if you presented in the past,– see the updated 2026 presentation,– learn how you too can present to your school or schools in your area,– and what actions you can take to assist us with setting up school appointments.
Please register here: School Presentation Training

Warbirds on Parade
2026-03-15
See the historic AFS Ambulance at Warbirds on Parade:
Warbirds on Parade 2026 – New Zealand Warbirds Association Inc

Round the World Hamilton Volunteer Meeting
2026-03-17 19:00 - 20:00
Everything you need to know about volunteering at the Round the World student exchange expo in Hamilton on 29 March 2026.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88942603164?pwd=[REDACTED]

Invercargill info session
2026-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 | South Alive – Community & Business Meeting Room Hireage, 262 Ness Street, Appleby, Invercargill 9812, New Zealand
Come along and find out more about our programmes
and all the places you could go!

Invercargill Community Event
2026-03-19 18:30 - 19:30 | South Alive – Community & Business Meeting Room Hireage, 262 Ness Street, Appleby, Invercargill 9812, New Zealand
Join us for an evening of fun, AFS stories and community, as we share somekai and connect with our wonderful AFS whānau.
Your contribution to the event would be greatly appreciated – please bringa salad or dessert to share. AFS will provide meat and rolls for everyone.
See you there!Please RSVP to krisca.gould@afs.org

Re-Entry Orientation Auckland
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Taitamariki Hall, Auburn Reserve 8 Auburn Street, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
Calendly Link for Students to RSVP to: https://calendly.com/info-newzealand/re-entry-orientation

Auckland Community Event
2026-03-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Taitamariki Hall, Auburn Reserve 8 Auburn Street, Takapuna, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
Join us for an evening of fun, AFS stories and community, as
we share some kai and connect with our wonderful AFS whānau.
Meet some of our current hosted students here in Auckland!
Your contribution to the event would be greatly appreciated – please bring a salad or dessert to share, AFS will provide meat and rolls for everyone.
Please RSVP to jay.wells@afs.org

Round The World - Hamilton
2026-03-29 13:00 - 16:00
Student Exchange Expo

Good Friday
2026-04-03

Re-Entry Orientation Online
2026-04-05
Calendly Link for Students to RSVP: https://calendly.com/info-newzealand/re-entry-orientation-online
