In each location, HOST International seeks to have impact on three levels: Individual, community and global.
Work with individuals
We work with individuals to promote wellbeing and community integration. We have developed a specialised case management approach that seeks to empower individuals to respond constructively to displacement by developing internal coping strategies and assisting individuals to manage external stressors. We believe that people can overcome adversity with the right support and attitude and that organisations should focus on delivering support, tools and resources that empower self-reliance.
Our work primarily focuses on community integration into host communities. We believe effective community integration requires physical, social, cultural, psychological and economic integration and we measure our impact on this basis.
We work with individuals via case management and similar specialised client services.
Work with communities
We seek to create thriving and harmonious communities by working to create the conditions by which people affected by displacement can be integrated and valued. We believe that effective integration and self-reliance of individuals is not possible without the host community taking ownership and having resources to meet the needs of its own people.Our work with communities focuses on partnerships and co-design to ensure that we value local knowledge and experiences and ensure that our work is relevant and has maximum impact.
We have two specific universal programs that focus on community based outcomes:
- The CandleLighters volunteer programme provides development opportunities to staff by supporting them on volunteer assignments overseas. These opportunities are designed to enhance the capacity of overseas refugee host organisations that are closely aligned with the purpose, objectives and values of HOST International.
- The Little Things project provides small grants of $5,000 to under-resourced, grass-roots projects that make lives better for refugees around the world.
Work globally
There are over 63 million displaced people globally and available protection options are insufficient. We believe that global innovation is needed and that we have a role in driving incremental change and representing the voices of people on the move. New solutions are needed and we believe we can have an impact on this by investing in innovation and by contributing to global and regional forums.
HOST is a member of RCOA and APRRN and contributes to research and conference presentations where suitable. Our blog posts and social media also contribute to our public narrative.
HOST International in Australia is our Global Headquarters and primarily provides support to activities in other countries.
However we also deliver services to support individual and community wellbeing and to create communities that are thriving and inclusive.
We currently have offices in Sydney, Canberra and Adelaide. Information about current projects is found below.
OUR PROJECTS
Settlement Engagement and Transition Support (SETS)
Little Things
CandleLighters
Regional Opportunities Australia
Project Humanity
HOST International NZ delivers services to support individuals and communities who have resettled in New Zealand. We focus on independence building through vocational skills and resourcing communities to design solutions to needs within their local community.
HOST NZ has a focus on building a positive understanding of migrants in NZ and promoting harmony with established communities. We also honour the treaty with the Maori community by engaging them in the design and implementation of programs to support newcomers to NZ.
We bring our international expertise to engage local partners in the design and implementation of innovative settlement services that respond to local needs.
OUR PROJECTS
Refugee Employment
Global Talent
Little Things
CandleLighters
COVID-19 Resources
HOST International Indonesia is focussed on supporting urban refugees to develop a positive future mindset and actively prepare for resettlement. This includes supporting refugees to live in harmony with local Indonesians and providing support to refugee communities to establish and maintain programs that support community wellbeing and vocational training.
Our work in Indonesia is still developing and we currently operate in partnership with SUAKA, Roshan Learning Centre and HELP School.
OUR PROJECTS
Refugee Wellbeing Study
Little Things
CandleLighters
HOST International Malaysia is based in Kuala Lumpur and is focussed on providing independence building supports to urban refugees through vocational training, information and future focussed planning.
We also work to support local, refugee led initiatives that focus on building resilience among individuals and displaced communities as well as building links to the local Malaysian community.
OUR PROJECTS
Little Things
CandleLighters
Project Stand Up
HOST International Thailand (Peaceway Foundation) is a Bangkok-based project that focusses on delivering community based protection and livelihoods activities in partnership with local partners and the Thai Government.
Our current focus in Thailand is the implementation of alternatives to immigration detention and providing guidance on the establishment of community based monitoring of protected persons.
HOST is also supporting vocational training programmes for urban refugees in the Greater Bangkok area.
OUR PROJECTS
Refugee Support Programme
Little Things