VOLUNTARY organisation HOST is looking for families in and around Okehampton who would like to offer an invitation to an international student currently at a UK university.

The student would most probably be in his or her 20s, from China, or any other part of the world and speak English.

A HOST visit typically includes chatting, cooking and eating together, and perhaps joining in community events and an outing into the local area.

It is an opportunity for cultural exchange and a chance to make friends across international boundaries.

HOST is a well-established national charity, which has been active in Devon for 20 years. For more information phone voluntary organiser for Devon, Clare Boughey, on 01647 221260 or visit http://www.hostuk.org">www.hostuk.org