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Airbnb exists to create a world where anyone can belong anywhere. This means every member of our community should feel valued and respected. We understand people may have diverse opinions, but it’s important to express them with kindness and understanding...

(Last updated 3 May, 2023) It is important to know that the Community Center is part of the Airbnb platform and Airbnb’s Terms of Service , Privacy Policy and Community Policies, including the Non Discrimination Policy apply to your use of the Communit...

Airbnb fosters connection and belonging by embracing inclusion and respect regardless of a person's background or identity. As members of the Airbnb community, these are values that we all have a responsibility to uphold and protect. To foster a space ...

As an Airbnb host, ensuring the safety and preparedness of your guests in emergency situations is of high importance. Using insights from our resource page "Preparing Your Space and Your Guests for Emergencies," we will look into essential strategies a... Latest reply by Laurelle3

With significant snowfall in many areas, it’s important to make sure a home’s natural gas meter remains free of snow and ice. Ice and snow can damage the meter or service connections, potentially resulting in a gas leak. Here are tips to prevent a d... Latest reply by Deb216

Hey everyone, After spending some time away from hosting, some of you have started welcoming guests back into your listings again. As members of the CC share their recent experiences, we’ve all been engaging in some pretty enlightening and interes... Latest reply by Kevin1322

Hi everyone, Another month has gone by and while some of us were having our summer break, regardless if we were lucky enough to travel or just enjoying our free time, the community was vibrant as always. Following @Liv 's tradition, I'm gathering ... Latest reply by Emiel1

Hi everyone, July has already come to an end and here I am again with another recap of our past month together I’ve gathered below just a few of the many interesting discussions we’ve had in the CC in the course of July: @Clara116 hosted the Com... Latest reply by Julieanna0

Hi everyone, Some of you have been welcoming guests for several weeks now, so it would be really interesting, and helpful to your fellow hosts, to know more about your recent experiences regarding communication. How have your conversations with gu... Latest reply by Alex893

Many of you have asked for more guidance around cleaning your spaces during COVID-19 and beyond, so we wanted to let you know that our enhanced cleaning protocol is now ready and available for hosts in the U.S. (with other countries and regions to fo... Latest reply by Louise0

As you may know, flu season is in full force in many parts of the world, so we thought we’d take a moment to talk about some of the ways you can protect yourself and your guests from the health risks posed by the flu, common cold, and other illnesses. ... Latest reply by Delia6

Do your guests really need three bottle openers? What about all those trinkets on the bathroom vanity? Chances are some of the things you’ve been holding on to are just taking up valuable space. And although clearing clutter may be time-consuming, over... Latest reply by Mary-Ann147

Nothing makes guests feel more welcome than a handwritten note or a bouquet of fresh flowers. And when guests have a memorable stay, they’re more likely to leave glowing reviews, tell their friends and family about your space, and even come back for an... Latest reply by Colette203