The “CandleLighters” Volunteer Program is an initiative of HOST International to provide 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. Lisa is an employee of HOST…
On the outside, the Schoolbox Project is an infrastructure that can be made of anything from shipping containers, school busses, abandoned buildings, tents, bamboo structures – into classrooms. On the inside, it’s a mobile, solar-powered child-friendly space to be used as a classroom or a safe place for children to reflect and play. From little…
By: Rochelle Stewart-Allen, Senior Manager, New Zealand When HOST International NZ first met with Khaled Al Jouja through ChangeMakers Resettled Forum, we were immediately impressed by his determination and commitment to build a market garden business in Wellington, New Zealand. Since arriving in New Zealand from Syria with his family in 2016, Khaled has worked…