HOST — "ally for action"

Who we are

HOST is a not-for-profit social enterprise dedicated to unlocking the power of people and communities to drive meaningful change. We believe that real transformation happens from the ground up — and that grassroots activists and movements are key to tackling today’s most urgent environmental and social challenges.

And we know that our partners face barriers. That they don’t always have access to the right resources, networks, or operational solutions. That’s where we come in. HOST provides the infrastructure, strategic development expertise, and tailored support they need to thrive.

We exist to make their lives easier, taking care of essential back-office responsibilities — financial, legal, and administrative — so they can get on with the difficult challenges. And we offer strategic guidance to help them build momentum, strengthen their impact, and sustain their work for the long term.

In the face of an ever-changing world of systemic challenges, we strive to create meaningful connections and support shared progress — so our work is rooted in collaboration, inclusivity, and trust. Together, we enable the people and projects driving change to navigate complexities, overcome barriers, and make a lasting impact for a more just and equitable future.

We support 90+ movements in more than 80 countries. Because we believe in doing the right thing, acting with urgency, and working alongside change-makers to create a better, more sustainable world.

Our culture and values

At HOST, we believe that anyone can make change happen — and we exist to support those already leading the way. Our culture is grounded in the idea of being a good host: we listen closely, work with care, and centre the needs of the people and movements we serve.

We’ve grown from a social movement supporting social movements to a sustainable social enterprise — one that’s working to become a trusted pillar of global civil society infrastructure. Rather than recruiting from the organisations we support, our team is composed of experts from diverse industries and sectors, united by a shared commitment to climate and social justice. Their collective expertise helps us apply fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to the challenges faced by movements.

We’ve built a team that’s warm, professional, and dependable — for each other, and for the people we work with. We take pride in doing the right thing, showing up with consistency, and working in partnership every step of the way.

Our three core values guide everything we do:

1. We act with integrity
We are trusted because we deliver what we promise, we believe in our partners’ vision and we share in their success.

2. We act with purpose
Our world faces great challenges, but we approach them with determination. We challenge ourselves to keep doing better, because we know our support helps our partners go further, faster.

3. We act together
Through collective action, we can do so much more. We are a good partner, and a good team. We depend on each other.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

At HOST, we believe in building a world that is fair, inclusive, and rooted in justice — and that begins with how we work together as a team.

We are committed to creating a working environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. One that actively values difference, promotes fairness, and recognises the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and strengths our team brings to the table.

We stand firmly against discrimination in all its forms. That means ensuring every aspect of recruitment, employment, and professional development is underpinned by equality of opportunity — regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Our approach includes:
 

• Fair and inclusive recruitment — we assess all applicants objectively based on the skills needed for the role, and we’re committed to removing unnecessary barriers wherever possible.
   
• Supportive practices — we consider reasonable adjustments for disabled people and routinely review our working procedures to avoid any unintentional disadvantage.
   
• Training and development — we invest in our team’s growth based on qualifications, experience, and potential — not background or identity.
   
• Clear accountability — we take any instances of discrimination, harassment or bullying seriously, and treat them as gross misconduct where appropriate.
   
• Ongoing learning and monitoring — we may collect anonymous data on characteristics such as age, gender or ethnicity to help us identify inequalities and take action to address them.

At HOST, inclusion isn’t an add-on — it’s central to how we work. We’re building a culture where everyone feels safe, heard, and able to thrive. We know this work is ongoing — so we’re always listening, learning, and looking for ways to do better. Because that’s how we build a stronger, more resilient team — and a more just world.