Four years later, Tunisia started hosting foreign exchange students on summer programs and, from 1977 on, year programs. These programs continued and substantially expanded until 1989. During this period, more than 350 foreign exchange students from 10 countries were hosted in Tunisia. Throughout the 1990s, AFS Tunisia operated international archaeology work camp programs along with study tour pro
grams. In addition, the organization sustained its family hosting experience by arranging short-term placements for both university students and professors, mainly from the US. These programs have given AFS Tunisia a strong recognition from the Ministry of Culture and Youth and from the Ministry of Education and Training. Importantly, they helped sustain the “AFS spirit†in Tunisia. AFS will be at your side throughout your intercultural exchange. Even before leaving your home country, you will participate in organized AFS orientations and have the assistance of experienced AFS volunteers. Once in your host country, you can rely on your local volunteer contact and other chapter volunteers to support you in your experience. Together we will ensure that you have an incredible experience abroad.