Resources for Volunteers
By volunteering with IFI, you step into lives that may have never experienced Christ’s love up close. Here you'll find resources to help you better serve international students with IFI.
Blog Posts for Volunteers
Honest tips and insights about serving International students
Encountering the God of Love
In 2022, Lily* came to a university in the Midwest as an exchange student. She was excited about the opportunity but also nervous; she had never been so far from home, and she didn’t know what to expect. The first months were filled with culture shock, academic stress, and the ache of being away from family...
Helping International Students Navigate Halloween
For many students, this season raises a lot of questions: “Is it a religious holiday?” “Should Christians take part in it?” As IFI volunteers and partners, this season gives us a unique opportunity to connect, educate, and model a Christ-centered perspective on culture...
From Strangers, to Neighbors, to Family: Opportunities & Challenges for IFI South Korea
IFI began in the United States, but its mission and vision have never been bound by geography. As IFI expands beyond the U.S., it remains the same: to welcome international students, befriend them, and show them God’s love. Lindsey, serving in Daejeon, is living out that vision as the leader of IFI’s very first location in South Korea...
Podcast Episodes
Check out our podcast The World at Home to hear real stories of International students finding community
The World at Home Ep. 1: A Great Return
Welcome to The World At Home, a podcast where we will explore the incredible journeys of international students who’ve come to the U.S. to study, learn, and grow. In each episode, we’ll hear first hand stories from people who have left their home countries to the United States, now navigating new academic and/or professional, cultural, and personal landscapes.In this Episode we interview Carol from Brazil on her experience visiting home after many years.
The World at Home Ep. 2: To Say Goodbye
Episode 2 of The World at Home podcast we interview IFI Staff member and former international student from Rwanda, Viviane about her experiences with saying goodbye and grief.
The World at Home Ep 3: Cross-Cultural Friendships
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you put two natural introverts on a podcast? For Episode 3 of The World at Home podcast we interview Sonia, a college student from Indonesia, who shares how she has learned to grow cross-cultural friendships in the US. Naturally an introvert, Sonia has had to grow her confidence to go outside of her comfort zone- to make others feel more at home, just like others did for her.
Experience the hospitality of Jesus
To get connected as a student or volunteer, find a location near you.
Experience the hospitality of Jesus
To get connected as a student or volunteer, find a location near you.
