Host Nation - Greater Manchester Last updated 11/02/26

Host Nation - Greater Manchester - Meeting a Friend

Host Nation is a charity that supports refugees and asylum seekers in the UK by connecting them with volunteer befrienders.

We help find local friends for refugees and asylum seekers.

• It's a great way to find out about life here in the UK, to practise your English and to explore new places. 

• We will introduce you to one another. You then meet face to face for outings to places like local cafes, parks, markets or museums.

• You both start with a promise to meet regularly for three months. Many of our friendships go so well that they continue for years!

How to access:

Normally you will need to be referred to us, but a few people can self refer.

Please review this webpage for more information regarding self referrals: https://www.hostnation.org.uk/refugee

Referrals welcome from refugee organisations, charities and local authorities.

Click the link to the referral page on our website: https://www.hostnation.org.uk/refer

Category:
  • English Language
  • Health and Wellbeing
  • Social Activities and Community Groups
Referral Type:
  • Referral
Tags:
  • ESOL
Address
Contact Email

kim@hostnation.org.uk

Service Capacity

Service is operating at normal capacity.
(last updated - 11/02/26)

Availability
Eligibility

Immigration Status: All

Minimum Age: 18

Region: Greater Manchester

This is a city based service

Interpreters

None available