About Hosting
The Hosting project offers a lifeline to people seeking sanctuary and vulnerable migrants who have no safe housing options, many of whom have no recourse to public funds and have no right to work. Without hosting, individuals may otherwise be rough-sleeping or forced into exploitative situations.
A host welcomes a guest into their home for 3-12 months. During this time, our Hosting team provides support to the host, including training, regular reviews, and offers opportunities to connect with other hosts. The Hosting team also work alongside guests to address the systemic barriers they face, including navigating the UK immigration system, which can be hostile and isolating.
Beyond offering an accommodation solution, Hosting strengthens communities. Hosts and guests often form meaningful and enriching relationships, with opportunities for cultural exchange and mutual learning.
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Our Impact
- Over 80,000 nights of free and safe accommodation have been provided by volunteer hosts since the project started in 2016.
- In 2024 we supported 30 people with safe accommodation in the homes of volunteer hosts and we supported 20 people to move-on into their own, longer term accommodation
- In 2024, 50% people were granted LTR and now have eligibility for employment, access to welfare support and mainstream housing options
- In 2024, we achieved 100% placement sustainment
- We provide a monthly destitution payment of £150 that offers dignity & independence for people who have often experienced years of sustained destitution.
- We support people to access: ESOL classes, volunteer opportunities, employment & work experience, college & training courses, funding for equipment, e.g. sewing machines, advocacy with solicitors, support with attending court hearings and medical appointments
- We run regular social activities including museum and gallery visits, residential trips and parties.
Contact Us
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Jenna Roberts, Migrant Homelessness Projects Manager [email protected]
Ella Gosling, Hosting Officer
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