Stories: Host Families

August 20, 2019
My Host Family said YES!

Saif's host family from South Dakota surprise him with a visit in the West Bank!

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August 15, 2019
Smashing Expectations by Embracing Reality

Sakina from Cameroon shares wisdom and insight on how to have an amazing YES year.

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August 08, 2019
Sharing and Celebrating Holidays

Nafissa from Cameroon loved learning about new holidays and sharing her own.

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July 27, 2019
Signing Like a Cool Cat

Yara from Gaza shares how YES sparked her passion for American Sign Language.

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July 25, 2019
Celebrating My American Family and Holidays

Adama had a big extended family, which made celebrating holidays so fun!

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