Support for Families with Children

Having a loved one far away and outside of the daily circle of events of family life for an extended period of time is difficult, and it is an experience that is becoming more and more familiar for many who serve our country in the far corners of the world. The purpose of this site is to provide support to families who have been separated by unaccompanied tours.  When one parent leaves the family for an extended period of time, children will need special attention. The Family Liaison Office Education and Youth home page covers a wide range of transition and education topics pertaining to Foreign Service youth.

The FLO Education and Youth Officer is availabe for personal consultations. Contact FLOAskEducation@state.gov or (202) 647-2314.

FLO Publications

• Bonding with Infants and Toddlers While You Are Away
• Talking to Foreign Service Youth and War, Crisis, and Natural Disasters
• Choosing a Safehaven: Factors to Consider
• Choosing a Safehaven: Considerations for Parents of School Age Children

Other Resourcesprovides activities for youth who are elementary age (Diplokids), middle school (Globetrotters), and high school (Around the World in a Lifetime - AWAL). The youth are also involved in community service events around the capitol area.

• The Foreign Service Youth Foundation 
• Helping Children Cope During Times of War
• School Personnel and the Foreign Service Child
• Adult Education Opportunities 

Information provided by the Family Liaison Office
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