Rob O’Neill, the ex-Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden, discusses terrorist groups in the Middle East and events unfolding in Afghanistan.
Airbnb allows anyone in the world to host refugees from Afghanistan through the vacation rental platform rather than just regular hosts.
The announcement comes after the company said on Tuesday it would cover the cost of temporary housing for 20,000 refugees in a bid to help them escape Taliban rule and resettle in safer areas around the world as that the US military is withdrawing from the country.
AIRBNB COVERING HOUSING FOR 20,000 AFGHAN REFUGEES WORLDWIDE
The platform has received “tremendous interest” from those interested in helping to house refugees, spokeswoman Faith Hoffmeyer told FOX Business.
“So, as of this morning, Airbnb is allowing anyone – not just current Airbnb hosts – to register to host Afghan refugees on Airbnb.org. Anyone can go to Airbnb.org/refugees to support effort,” she added. noted.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT FOX BUSINESS
Airbnb will waive all fees for existing Airbnb hosts and anyone else with additional space to temporarily house refugees at a reduced price or for free, according to a press release. Those unable to rent or provide free space can also donate to Airbnb to support the effort.
“In many cases, we’ve heard from people who want to offer their space for free,” the company said in a press release. “The response has been overwhelming and today we are sharing more details on how people can help us expand our efforts to meet this unprecedented need for temporary emergency stays for refugees arriving from Afghanistan. “
GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE ROAD BY CLICKING HERE
Airbnb has partnered with the International Rescue Committee, HIAS, and Church World Service to make the housing program possible.
About 25,000 refugees have stayed in Airbnb rentals over the past four years, the rental service said.
Daniella Genovese of FOX Business contributed to this report.
Comments are closed.