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welcomes you to the United States
INTERNATIONAL
FRIENDSHIPS
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International Friendships, Inc. (IFI)
International students often struggle with culture shock, stress, and loneliness when leaving their homes to study in the US. International Friendships, Inc. (IFI) is a national organization partnering with local churches, universities, and volunteers to provide life-changing hospitality and friendship to international students. We work strategically to make the world feel at home and extend God’s love globally — right where we are.
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IFI Whatsapp Online Community
Get your questions answered by real students! This Whatsapp community is for anyone who is a future, current, or past international student in America and who wants to meet, discuss, and learn from other internationals like yourself. We have "Expert" students who can answer your questions and share what helped them adapt to life in America. It is free to join!
