![LONDON 11th April 2019. Syrian refugee Basil talks to his host Karina (only first names agreed to be used) in the living room of her house in west London. Stephen Lock for the National . NB: The subject did not want his full face to be photographed, happy with a profile.](https://thenational-the-national-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/resizer/v2/JAGNAUPZD7WWM7QGRKE7UOYU2U.jpg?smart=true&auth=9e20fd9dc4d870b31f2bfbe8357a5da8198863a0cae004d9520eeb065d4467fe&width=400&height=225)
Basel and Karina at their home in central London. The National
Basel and Karina at their home in central London. The National
Lasting bonds as matchmaker helps refugees find shelter in Britain
A grassroots initiative is matching those in need of accommodation with households willing to host
Federica Marsi
06 May, 2019