Airbnb's Ambitious Plan to Help Refugees Around the World

Airbnb's Open Homes platform aims to provide housing for 100,000 displaced people over five years. Susan Wynne Bailey, an Airbnb host, shares her positive experience hosting refugees. Co-founder Joe Gebbia explains the platform's alignment with Airbnb's values and its non-financial nature. Despite challenges, Airbnb sees this as an extension of its core business. The company remains nonpartisan, working with various administrations. Airbnb is also expanding its offerings with experiences and plans for an IPO.

What is the primary goal of Airbnb's Open Homes platform?

• To provide housing for 100,000 displaced people

• To increase Airbnb's revenue

• To offer luxury accommodations

• To expand Airbnb's market share

Why did Susan Wynne Bailey decide to participate in the Open Homes program?

• To earn extra income

• To meet new people

• To travel for free

• To align with her family's values

What does Joe Gebbia identify as Airbnb's strengths that support the Open Homes initiative?

• Real estate investments and property management

• Short-term hospitality and global presence

• Long-term rentals and luxury services

• Marketing and advertising

How does Airbnb ensure smooth interactions between hosts and guests in the Open Homes program?

• By offering financial incentives

• By partnering with third-party agencies

• By providing language translation services

• By offering cultural exchange programs

What is Airbnb's stance on working with different political administrations?

• They only work with Democratic administrations

• They only work with Republican administrations

• They avoid working with any political administrations

• They work with both Democratic and Republican administrations

What new feature did Airbnb introduce in 2016 to enhance user experience?

• Corporate housing

• Long-term rentals

• TRIPS for local experiences

• Luxury stays

What is the role of Joe Gebbia within Airbnb as the company grows?

• He manages the financial department

• He leads the marketing team

• He runs a design studio called Samara

• He oversees customer service