HostNation befriending scheme

This is an opportunity to make a new friend in the refugee/asylum seeker community. HostNation is a new scheme on the North East bringing local people and refugees together 1 to 1, to encourage friendship and alleviate loneliness.

What You'll Do:

Meet up with a refugee or asylum seeker once a week or once every couple of weeks, for a coffee, a walk in the park, a shared pastime etc. The commitment is for an initial 3 months.

Why You'll Love It:

It's a chance to make a new friend and to get an insight into the life of someone newly arrived in our area who is looking to make a new life here.

What You'll Learn:

About other cultures and interests, how to make a connection with someone from a different background, encouraging their English, possibly sharing language and other knowledge.

What We're Looking For:

Anyone with a friendly and positive attitude who wants to offer the hand of friendship to a refugee or asylum seeker.

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