Want to know more about hosting? We’re holding an online information session next month with our friends at the Diocese of Sheffield and two of our hosts from the area. Sign up to hear about their experiences and ask any questions you have about opening your home 👇 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

We’ve joined our friends and colleagues across the homelessness and refugee sector in writing to the government to oppose the reduction in the move-on period for newly recognised refugees. Read the coverage in today's Guardian: www.theguardian.com/society/2025...

We’ll be at the Manchester Volunteer Fair this Saturday to talk about hosting and answer any questions you have about opening your home to someone seeking sanctuary. Come and speak to a couple of our brilliant local hosts and find out some of the ways you can make a difference in your community ❤️

Applications for our Fundraising Trustee role close next week! We're looking for an experienced professional to help shape the future of Refugees at Home and play a key part in our fundraising strategy. Find out more at www.charityjob.co.uk/volunteer-jo... #charityjobs

Despite the recent wave of anti-refugee sentiment, we know there’s no shortage of people in the UK ready to welcome those looking for a better life. Some of our hosts were interviewed for @theguardian.com about why they decided to open their homes. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

We’re looking for an experienced Fundraising Trustee to join our board and help shape our work. The role will play a key part in delivering our strategy to ensure we can continue to support people seeking sanctuary across the UK. Find out more at www.charityjob.co.uk/volunteer-jo...

With university set to start for students across the country, refugees and people seeking asylum often encounter barriers when finding a place to stay. One of our younger guests is starting his studies in Bristol next week and urgently needs a host. If you can help, please get in touch ❤️

That’s a wrap on another @greenbeltfestival.bsky.social! It was an absolute joy to spend a weekend with so many people committed to making the world a better place ✨ A big thank you to everyone who came along to find out more about opening their home to those in need ❤️

The war in Ukraine has been raging for three and a half years and we’re seeing no shortage of guests in need of a place to stay. As a recognised provider for the Homes for Ukraine scheme, by hosting with us you can provide safety and stability to those in need. refugeesathome.org/help-and-inf...

“We can’t separate faith from the things that we do.” Andrew, a writer and journalist who, along with his wife, Jane, has hosted with us since 2023. We spoke to him about faith, the joy of hosting, and 50 years of @greenbeltfestival.bsky.social. Read his story: refugeesathome.org/case-study/w...

As an LGBT couple Alex and Rebecca feel a particular affinity for those who have experienced discrimination and most of their guests to date have been part of the LGBT community. Read about their experiences hosting with us: refugeesathome.org/case-study/a...

Our host Michael has shared this lovely photo from his guest’s graduation. Because his guest’s parents weren’t able to attend, he invited Michael and his partner to come along instead. Now, with a master’s degree in computer networking, he’s looking for a job to put his skills into action ❤️

Looking forward to @greenbeltfestival.bsky.social 🙌 If you're coming, pop these two things in your diary. Come and make kites with me as an act of worship, and listen to stories about hosting refugees with @refugeesathome.bsky.social

We’ve just hit an exciting milestone 🎉 As of this afternoon we’ve placed a total of 7,000 guests with hosts across the UK. A huge thank you to all our hosts, guests, home-visitors, staff, and supporters for helping us make this happen ❤️

We’re thrilled to be one of the refugee rights partners at Ben & Jerry's Sundaes In The Park on Saturday 26 July 🍦 Alongside the music and unlimited ice cream, you can find us spreading the word about all things hosting. Find out more and get your tickets here: www.benjerry.co.uk/sundaes-in-t...

With seven potential guests in Sheffield urgently needing a place to stay, we’re sharing the message Huw, one of our local hosts, sent to his network this week to help them avoid the streets. Please help us spread the word and if you're able to host, message us or email [email protected].

Are you able to host in London? We’re in touch with two potential guests and are trying to match them with hosts in the city. One of them is at risk of street homelessness and urgently needs a place from today. If you can help, please message us or email [email protected].

We’re thrilled to introduce our new film spotlighting four of our hosts who have opened their homes to people seeking sanctuary. Hear from Anna, Mal, Pauline, and Ian as they talk about hosting, and how small gestures can mean the world to someone. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tv-X...

As a priest, Dr Janet Williams' faith was her main motivation for getting involved with Refugees at Home. Although friends were concerned about her hosting as a single woman, she's found her guests a joy to share her home with. Read her story here 👇 refugeesathome.org/case-study/i...

That’s a wrap on this year’s #RefugeeWeek 🧡 We’re thrilled to have been involved in so many events, and grateful to everyone to organised, took part, and spread the word.

🎙️ Our amazing Placement Team Manager Areej made an appearance on today’s Voice of Islam Breakfast Show to talk about what we do, and the impact hosting has on people seeking sanctuary. 🎧 Listen here: on.soundcloud.com/qz5IF616u709...

This #WorldRefugeeDay we’re standing in solidarity with refugees and people seeking asylum around the world. Everyone has the right to seek safety, and we’re proud to work alongside an incredible community of hosts and supporters helping to make a very real difference. #refugeeweek

After being evicted from his Home Office accommodation, Aziz bought a sleeping bag and resigned himself to spending his nights on the street. Fortunately, he didn’t need it, and we were able to match Aziz with our hosts and help him find his feet. refugeesathome.org/case-study/i... #RefugeeWeek

From avoiding the Bibby Stockholm to cooking for Tracey Emin, Salman's stay with one of our hosts in Margate gave him the time needed to start rebuilding his life. Read his story here: refugeesathome.org/case-study/c... #refugeeweek

On the second day of #RefugeeWeek we’re celebrating a huge milestone. We’ve now reached 700,000 placement nights – every single one a night where a guest might otherwise have slept on the streets. Thank you to all our hosts, supporters, and staff for making this happen ❤️

When asylum seekers staying in Margate were told to move to the Bibby Stockholm, Rob, one of our hosts, helped organise protests in solidarity. He also opened his home to one of those at risk, helping him avoid living on the barge. Read his story: refugeesathome.org/case-study/c... #refugeeweek

Are you able to host in Stoke-on-Trent? We have a potential guest in urgent need of a roof over her head as soon as possible. She is a 27-year-old trans woman, speaks some English, and is currently being supported by a caseworker. Please get in touch if you can help ❤️

This #RefugeeWeek, #OurSuperpower is the incredible community of people around the UK opening their hearts and homes to those seeking sanctuary 🧡

Today, she brought her healthy, loving, beautiful eight year old to church, along with two smaller siblings, so I could fill out some HO paperwork 🥰 Hosting changes so many lives. It's such a blessing and a joy to be part of it. Happy Pentecost! 🔥 🕊️ ✝️⚓

Eight years ago we hosted a young pregnant woman through @refugeesathome.bsky.social Things had been very difficult for her, and she ended up with a crash C-section. It was touch and go for her and her impossibly tiny one.

Clare, one of our volunteer emergency hosts, appeared on this week’s edition of the Oxford Talks podcast to discuss her career and her journey to becoming CEO of Polarsteps. She also found time to discuss how hosting brings so much joy into her life. www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcuY... #volunteersweek

Guy, a retired GP, is one of our volunteer home visitors based in Devon. Since 2020 he’s met with dozens of people to help them take their first step to hosting with us. For #volunteersweek, he spoke to us about his experiences with Refugees at Home: refugeesathome.org/case-study/v...

This #VolunteersWeek we’re taking the opportunity to shine a light on some of our amazing volunteers. Not only do they volunteer with us as a host and home volunteer, but last week they went above and beyond by meeting with their local MP to promote our work ♥️ refugeesathome.org/newsbytes/vo...

Clare is the CEO of Polarsteps - a travel app that helps its 14m users plan, track, and share their trips. When she’s not working abroad, she volunteers as one of our emergency hosts, opening her home at short notice to guests needing a place to stay. Read more: refugeesathome.org/case-study/e...

Come join us for an evening of films, fun, and conversation at this very special #RefugeeWeek event. We'll be joined by local hosts and one of our former guests to discuss how opening your home can make a world of difference. Book now at oruspace.co/events

Read Christina's moving account of her time hosting her first guest, and how being invited to his citizenship ceremony was an unexpected joy 👇

We’re proud to be one of the 100+ organisations that have signed @praxisprojects.bsky.social’s open letter calling for an urgent meeting with the Home Secretary to discuss the government’s Immigration White Paper. You can read the letter in full here: www.praxis.org.uk/news/open-le...

Come and be a part of our 'island of strangers' ❤️ With an increase in rhetoric demonising those looking for a better life, one thing that will never change is the support of our community. If you'd like to join our 2,000 active hosts, please get in touch to find out more about our work 👋

Are you able to host in London? A potential guest is currently studying in East London and in need of a place to stay - ideally for around five months. The guest has accessibility needs and requires a room on the ground floor, or the use of a lift. Please get in touch if you can help ❤️

On Sunday's edition of Politics South East, the BBC spoke to some of the amazing people making it their mission to support refugees and people seeking asylum in Margate - including our hosts Ren and Rob. You can watch it here, from 17:05: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...

“I think it's amazing that my kids are going to know about the wider world." Anna is an artist and make-up designer for film and TV, living in Walthamstow. She spoke to the local council about her experiences hosting with us ♥️ Read her story here 👇 www.walthamforest.gov.uk/stories/stor...

For guests like Irfan, having a place to stay can make a life-changing difference. Whether you can host for three days or three months, we’re always looking for more people who are willing to open their homes. Visit our website to find out more about hosting with us: www.refugeesathome.org

Today we’re cheering on Harry who is about to set off on the #ParisMarathon to raise money for Refugees at Home. He’s just £500 away from his target and could use your help to get over the finish line. You can sponsor him at: www.justgiving.com/page/harry-m...

“We’re quite a rural borough and we live in a small village, so our home can really work for people who find nature quite nurturing." Despite living in a rural area, Laura has found no shortage of solidarity for refugees nearby. Read her experiences of hosting: refugeesathome.org/case-study/h...

Live in London and want to know more about hosting? Come along to next week's information session to hear from some of our experienced hosts, ask any questions you might have, and find out how you can get involved! Register your place at: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

We’re proud to be one of the 130+ refugee charities that have signed @refugeestogether.bsky.social's open letter calling for more to be done to help people rebuild their lives in communities across the UK, and an end to divisive, demonising rhetoric. togetherwithrefugees.org.uk/press-releas...

📌 We’re looking for a Head of Fundraising to join our team! The role plays a vital part in developing and implementing the fundraising strategy, helping us to continue supporting refugees and people seeking asylum in the UK. To apply, visit www.merrifieldconsultants.co.uk/job/jn-03202...

Eid Mubarak from Refugees at Home 🌙 To everyone marking Eid al-Fitr around the world, we wish you a peaceful and joyful celebration ❤️

“My baby is here now; she is called Etti and she is lovely. We are finally all together in our flat and so happy!” After studying in London while staying with some of our hosts, Mo has been able to join his partner in Kent in time to welcome their daughter into the world ❤️ #GoodNewsFriday

“We need to help each other because we are all living on the same planet.” Before Hilary started hosting with us, she was nervous about whether she and her guests would get on. Now, three years later, they're still happily living together. Read their story 👇 refugeesathome.org/case-study/w...