Those seeking asylum in the UK have experienced untold horrors in their home countries, fled their homes and travelled with great difficulty across the world to find safety here. Yet many find their claims for asylum rejected and are left homeless, penniless and without the right to work or support themselves in the UK. There are various reasons why people are refused asylum in the UK, but having a safe place to stay whilst trying to re-engage with the asylum system is essential.

Host Derby provides temporary accommodation with volunteer hosts in their own homes, offering a lifeline for vulnerable individuals. Hosts are supported to welcome an individual in their home, from a few days to a few months. Guests are supported to access the right help and re-engage with the asylum system, and move on with their lives. All hosts receive training and are matched with the right person who needs their support. Each host decides how long they host for, and how often they host.