The U.S. Department of State is requesting public comments on proposed changes and clarifications to rules governing secondary school exchange programs. These changes would apply only to foreign students visiting this country. We believe they serve the best interests of students and host families alike. We also believe the State Department should move quickly to initiate similar and even stronger protections for U.S. students and young people participating in 'ambassador' and other similar programs abroad. Please use these links to read the proposed changes and submit your own comments by the end of the day on Wednesday, June 2, 2010.
There are many ways you can step up to support the Traveling Youth's Standards of Safety bill (TY's S.O.S.) and help ensure the safety of students traveling abroad:
