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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 1d

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 1d

Ever wondered if you can you host if you have children?

Concerned about the language barrier during a placement?

Listen to hosts Anna, Mal, Pauline, and Ian address some of the common questions people have about hosting with us.

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Common questions and concerns about hosting with Refugees at Home

YouTube video by Refugees At Home

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 8d

Are you able to host in Reading?

One of our guests is currently studying a Master’s at the University of Reading and needs a place to stay as soon as possible.

He’s 25-years-old, originally from Syria, and speaks fluent English.

If you can help, please get in touch ❤️

A graphic with a photo of Reading Bridge and the text: Host urgently needed in Reading. One of our guests is studying a Master’s degree at the University of Reading and is in need of a place to stay for his first term.
He’s 25, originally from Syria, and speaks English.
Message us or email info@refugeesathome.org

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 14d

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...

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 20d

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...

Scrap policy that gives refugees with leave to remain 28 days to find housing, say UK groups

Halving time asylum seekers have to leave Home Office accommodation will make thousands homeless at time when ‘racist sentiment’ is on the rise

www.theguardian.com

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 23d

Find out more about the event here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/manchester...

Manchester Volunteer Fair!

Come join us at the Manchester Volunteer Fair to connect with local organisations and find opportunities to give back to your community!

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 23d

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 ❤️

A poster with a photo of Manchester City Centre and the text: Manchester Volunteer Fair. St Ann's Square, Saturday 20th September, 10am til 3pm.

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · 28d

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

An ad for a fundraising trustee role that closed on Monday 15th September

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Sep 8

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...

‘They just want a better life’: the UK households who host asylum seekers

The charity Refugees at Home helps volunteers with a spare room to lend take in people who have sought refuge

www.theguardian.com

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Sep 2

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...

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Aug 28

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 ❤️

A graphic that says: Host urgently needed in Bristol. One of our guests is about to start university in Bristol and needs a place to stay from next week.

He’s 25, originally from Yemen, and speaks English. Could you help?
Message us or email info@refugeesathome.org

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Aug 26

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 ❤️

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Aug 24

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...

A photo of three Ukrainians. One is wearing the Ukrainian flag.

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Aug 19

“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...

A selfie of a man and a woman outside their front door

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Aug 14

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...

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Aug 5

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 ❤️

A photo of 2 men, one wearing graduation attire

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Reposted by Refugees at Home

Rachel Summers @curiouswilds.bsky.social · Aug 3

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

Winds of Hope
Greenbelt is a place where, like it or not, we are much more aware of the weather than usual. Join Rachel Summers to explore what God has to say about the wind, to play and create together as we make and fly kites as an act of worship.
Sun 12.30 Shelter

The Hosts with the Most
Join our partners Refugees at Home to hear stories from hosts who've volunteered with them to offer short-term stays for refugees.

Fri 6.30 Hot House

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jul 22

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 ❤️

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jul 16

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...

A poster for Ben & Jerry's Sundaes In The Park Festival on Saturday 26 July

Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jul 10

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].

A graphic of a handwritten letter that says 'Friends, There's a crisis right now in Sheffield. Seven people for whom places can't be found. They might end up sleeping rough. They'll be truly vulnerable. Refugees at Home helps find refugees who are falling through gaps in the system and place them in houses with folks who have a spare room. They also truly understand grizzled old buggers who want to say things like "I don't like doing chatty in the morning" (I can vouch for this). Hosting enables you to do the right thing, with support to do it, and is one of the most rewarding things you can end up doing. Huw', host.'

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jul 8

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].

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jul 7

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...

Refugees at Home - Making Space for What Matters

YouTube video by Refugees At Home

www.youtube.com

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jul 1

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...

"It would be good to live in a world where nobody needs to host refugees." - Refugees at Home

Refugees at Home is a UK charity which connects those with a spare room in their home to refugees and asylum seekers in need of somewhere to stay.

refugeesathome.org

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jun 24

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.

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Refugees at Home @refugeesathome.bsky.social · Jun 23

🎙️ 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...

Breakfast Show Podcast 23-06-2025: 20th June World Refugee Day & The Role of Empathy in Building Stronger Human Connections

Topic I: 20th June World Refugee Day Topic II: The Role of Empathy in Building Stronger Human Connections Presenter(S): Imam Nabeel Ahmed & Imam zariyab Ahmed Guests: Areej Osman Douna Haj Ahmed Im

on.soundcloud.com

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