Welcoming Sponsor Group Volunteer Afghan Families

Area of interest: Outdoors or Active Roles, Supporting Adults, Supporting Children & Young People, Sharing Existing or Learning New Skills

Number of Volunteers required: 700

Help an Afghan Family Build a New Life in the UK

As part of the Government-led Communities for Afghans programme, we are looking for individuals or groups to form a team of six volunteers to support an Afghan family as they settle into life in the UK.

Whether you're friends, neighbours, colleagues, members of a faith group, veterans, or part of a community organisation, you can make a real difference by helping a family feel welcomed, supported, and connected.

UK-based volunteers only.

The Communities for Afghans programme is a Government-approved, community-led initiative that supports Afghan refugee families as they rebuild their lives in the UK.

Volunteers play a vital role in helping families settle into their new communities, gain confidence, and develop a genuine sense of belonging.

We are currently focused on supporting families across:

• Wales
• West Midlands
• Scotland

However, we are also keen to support families elsewhere where possible, and volunteers can work together remotely in some circumstances.

As part of a Sponsor Group, you will help:

• Find suitable housing for a family
• Welcome them into their new community
• Provide practical support with everyday life
• Offer encouragement and emotional support
• Help families access local services and opportunities
• Support integration and community connections

You will be supported throughout by the programme team.

We welcome:

• Friends and neighbours
• Colleagues and workplace teams
• Faith groups
• Veterans
• Community organisations
• Individuals willing to join a volunteer team

No specialist experience is required — enthusiasm, compassion, and a commitment to helping others are what matter most.

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Make a lasting difference to a family's future
• Help people rebuild their lives after displacement
• Strengthen community connections
• Work alongside like-minded volunteers
• Be part of a rewarding national initiative

If you'd like to help an Afghan family settle into their new community and create a welcoming place they can call home, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can help families rebuild their lives and look forward to a brighter future.

To register your interest please  If you have already registered with us and are also interested in this role, or if you would like more information please contact us