18+ Year Program Brochure 2026-27 (1)

18+ Programs AFS INDIA

2026-2027

The world needs more Active Global Citizens.

AFS helps create them.

INDEX 01 Summer Program in Greece

02 31st AFS Youth Assembly in Geneva

Contact AFS India Team for more details:

Ankita Pal at ankita.pal@afs.org | + 91 9953773886

SUMMER PROGRAM IN GREECE Immerse yourself in a fantastic multidisciplinary summer course that you will remember for life!

Engage with local communities, study traditional crafts, explore architecture and mythology and reflect on Mediterranean identity. The idea for the program is to function as A Living Mediterranean Learning Ecosystem connecting nature, languages, culture, experiential learning and community.

On Lemnos (also known as Limnos), learning becomes a journey through landscape, memory, culture, and community.

Program Dates: 4 - 15 July 2026

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

Required Age:

Multidisciplinary Nature Beach Peace Education Artisan Workshops Museums Experiential Pathways Living Learning Ecosystem Connected Community Research

18 - 60 years of age

Program Fees: INR 3,64,555 (18% GST included) (Visa expense & airfare to be borne by the participant)

Location:

Lamnos Greece (Accommodation & breakfast included)

Application Deadline: 20 July 2026

THE PROGRAM COMBINES: Interpretive museum visits - Archaeological Museum, the Byzantine Museum, the Environmental Museum and Toy Museum Walking explorations across the island’s unique landscapes including the Castle of Myrina (the main town), the local "desert", Mount Kakavos and remarkable geomorphological formations Reflections on Peace Education inspired by the traces of the ANZAC presence in the location of Moudros Participation in local artisan workshops including ceramics and basket weaving workshops and encounters with the authentic flavours of Lemnos through visits to wineries and local producers

BENEFITS: Intercultural Learning – Engage with participants from around the world and develop a global perspective.

Hands-on Sustainability Experience – Explore regenerative agriculture, eco-living, and environmental practices.

Experiential Education – Learn through museums, local communities, and immersive field activities.

Communication Skills – Strengthen intercultural and multilingual communication abilities.

Personal & Professional Growth – Build adaptability, teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Authentic Greek Experience – Discover the heritage, traditions, cuisine, and natural beauty of Lemnos Island.

31ST AFS YOUTH ASSEMBLY The AFS Youth Assembly is a global platform that cultivates an international network of young leaders and changemakers through exchange, education, action and impact.

This event goes beyond dialogue—it’s about action. Through engaging sessions, global networking, and ideation challenges, you’ll build skills and connections to create lasting impact with guidance from experts. The AFS Youth Assembly is more than a conference—it’s a global movement.

In partnership with with United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR) - the heart of global diplomacy and international relations.

Program Dates: 12 -14 August 2026

Required Age: 18 - 35 yeras old

Program Fees: $595 USD (Visa expense & airfare to be borne by the participant)

Location:

Geneva, Switzerland (Accommodation to be self arranged)

Application Deadline: 1 July 2026

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: In-person international conference Global competence in action Thematic discussions, panels with global experts and field experiences Opportunity to win AFS Award for Young Global Citizens Access to a Vibrant Alumni Impact Network Communit

Theme of the 31st AFS Youth assembly

“RISE. REIMAGINE. REBUILD: A WORLD FOR ALL” Three conference days in Geneva, Switzerland, filled with engaging sessions, networking with peers from around the world, and ideation challenges guided by global experts and practitioners.

The four key tracks are: Reclaiming Development as a Human Right for All Policy, Justice and Adaptation: Real-World Solutions for Climate Resilience Rethinking Education: Youth Innovation for Future-Ready Skills Bridging Divides: The Power of Connection in a Polarized World

BENEFITS: Global Cohort: Delegates from 100+ countries fostering rich cultural exchange.

Intercultural Skills: Workshops and dialogues to build empathy, cultural awareness, and collaboration.

Leadership in Action: Expert panels, discussions, and field experiences that inspire real-world impact.

Network & Visibility: Connect with engaged youth, alumni, and global partners.

SDG-Focused: Youth-driven solutions aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

CONTACT US AFS Intercultural Programs India A-9, First Floor Chittaranjan Park New Delhi 110019, India Office Contact: 011-447-74938 (Monday – Friday) india@afs.org | india.afs.org

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