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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 1d

🧡Happy #InternationalLesbianDay!

🤍At Rainbow Migration, we regularly support lesbians fleeing persecution in navigating the asylum system and rebuilding their lives in the UK.

🩷To learn more, read an interview with our former Casework Coordinator: buff.ly/v0Wqvc3

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 1d

🧡Happy #InternationalLesbianDay!

🤍At Rainbow Migration, we regularly support lesbians fleeing persecution in navigating the asylum system and rebuilding their lives in the UK.

🩷To learn more, read an interview with our former Casework Coordinator: buff.ly/v0Wqvc3

Photo of a woman smiling with a pride flag, with an orange-pink background and white text reading "Happy International Lesbian Day! Read our blog to learn more about the experiences of lesbians seeking asylum in the UK."

rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 3d

🎟️Have you got your ticket to our event in support of @right-to-remain.bsky.social National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention, in collaboration with @beyonddetention.bsky.social ?

Grab your free ticket now: buff.ly/9xVoymG

#NoPrideInDetention #EndLGBTQIDetention

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 6d

🎉We have amazing news - a gay man from Nigeria who we supported has been granted refugee status in the UK!🌈

💖We are so happy for him, and wish him all the best in this next chapter of his life.

#GoodNews #GoodNewsFriday #LGBT

Photo of a person holding a rainbow ribbon around their neck, with a blue textbox and white text reading "A gay man from Nigeria has been granted refugee status!"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 7d

Anger and division cause tensions in our communities, dividing us and tearing the social fabric of our society. It harms us all.

That’s why we’ve signed this open letter with over 100 organisations calling on the new Home Secretary to unite communities.

Read it here: buff.ly/Lf3qEat

White text on a black background reading "Over 100 organisations have sent this open letter to the new Home Secretary: The Government wants to deliver growth and renew Britain. This requires tackling issues such as growing extreme inequality, underfunded councils, lack of investment in quality housing, a crumbling NHS, the climate emergency and polluted waters. Targeting refugees will do nothing to tackle these structural issues or improve people's lives."

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 8d

💙If you've recently been granted refugee status, first of all - congratulations!

We know that while this can be a huge relief, it comes with uncertainty and things to figure out. That's why we have a guide for when you have been granted refugee status on our website.

💻️Read it now: buff.ly/MMhJBVb

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 9d

In the run up to @righttoremain National Day of Solidarity to End Immigration Detention on the 18th of October, Rainbow Migration and Beyond Detention are collaborating for this event. Grab your tickets: www.outsavvy.com/event/30410/...

In-person event in London: End immigration detention. See caption for details.

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 13d

🎉We are excited to share that a gay man from Pakistan who we have been supporting has been granted refugee status in the UK!🌈

💞We are so happy for him, and wish him all the best in this next chapter of his life.

#GoodNews #GoodNewsFriday #LGBT

Photo of a person holding a rainbow flag, with a blue text box and white text reading "A gay man from Pakistan has been granted refugee status!"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 15d

We are proud to be among the organisations who signed this statement today.

See our website for 3 actions you can take: www.rainbowmigration.org.uk/news/lgbt-se...

Consortium @consortium.lgbt · 15d

Joint Statement: LGBT+ sector stands up against racism

Amid rising far-right protests and racism, we stand shoulder to shoulder with LGBTQ+ communities—especially people of colour, Muslims, migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum.

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This graphic has a rainbow coloured background with a white square. The black text reads: Joint statement: LGBT+ sector stands up against racism.

This graphic has a rainbow coloured background with a white square. The black text reads: We are proud to represent charities, community groups and social enterprises supporting LGBTQ+ people across the UK and around the world.

Amid rising far-right protests and racism, we want to say clearly that we stand shoulder to shoulder with everyone in our diverse LGBTQ+ communities, particularly people of colour, Muslims, migrants, refugees and people seeking asylum.

This graphic has a rainbow coloured background with a white square. The black text reads: You are seen, you are valued, and
you are not alone.

We, like most people in our society, are anxious about the rising division, hostility, and hate that we are seeing on our streets and in the news.

This graphic has a rainbow coloured background with a white square. The black text reads: We remain firmly committed to equality, human rights and the rule of law. Our support will never waver.

Together, we’re working towards a future where everyone can live freely, safely, and with dignity—side by side, without fear or prejudice.

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 16d

Happy #BisexualVisibilityDay! 🩷💜💙

This year, we spoke to one of our Legal Officers about the unique issues bisexual people seeking asylum in the UK encounter.

💻️Read the full blog now via the link in our bio: buff.ly/H5KDx0w

Photo of 2 people holding hands in front of a bisexual flag, with a blue-pink gradient overlay and white text reading "Happy Bisexual Visibility Day! Read our latest blog to learn about the challenges faced by bisexual people seeking asylum in the UK."

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 17d

Did you know we have a guide on how to apply for asylum with specific information for LGBTQI+ people?

It is available in English (with BSL interpretation in the video version), Albanian, Arabic, Bengali, Spanish, Farsi, French, Mandarin, Urdu, Pashto and Portuguese.

Read it now: buff.ly/Fc8slEf

Photo of a person in a pink sweatshirt looking at a laptop, with a green-blue gradient background and white text reading "Do you have questions about applying for asylum in the UK as an LGBTQI+ person?"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 20d

🎉We have great news - an LGBTQI+ person from West Africa who we have been supporting has been granted refugee status in the UK!🌈

💖We are so happy for them, and wish them all the best in this next chapter.

#GoodNews #GoodNewsFriday #LGBT

Photo of a person running with a rainbow flag and trees in the background, with a blue textbox with white text reading "An LGBTQI+ person from West Africa has been granted refugee status in the UK!"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 22d

❗️Please note that all of our services are completely free to access, and we do not accept donations from anyone using any of our services.

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 22d

🌈Do you want to make a difference to #LGBTQI+ people seeking safety in the UK?

All donations help us support LGBTQI+ people seeking asylum. £13 could provide an emotional support call to an LGBTQI+ person seeking safety, to let them know that they are not alone.

Donate today: buff.ly/7EomOWD

Photo of a group of people with placards and a Rainbow Migration banner, and a blue text box with white text reading "Donate today to support LGBTQI+ people seeking sanctuary in the UK"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 24d

*We welcome anyone who falls under the trans umbrella and feels this is the right space for them.

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 24d

Are you a trans* person seeking asylum in the UK who speaks English and lives within travelling distance of central London (with costs reimbursed)? You may be eligible for our trans support group.

If you are interested, please fill out our contact form: buff.ly/EJ1VSSd

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 27d

🎉We have brilliant news - an LGBTQI+ person from Malaysia who we have been supporting has been granted refugee status in the UK!🌈

💖We are very happy for them, and wish them all the best as they settle into life in the UK.

#GoodNews #GoodNewsFriday #LGBT

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · 29d

Faisal is a non-binary gay person from Saudi Arabia who we supported. Their story highlights the urgent need for safe housing and a kind, caring asylum system that respects the dignity of people seeking safety in the UK.

Read more: buff.ly/cUUdZA7

Photo of Faisal with a yellow-orange gradient and white text reading “I was having lots of problems in the hostels I was placed in. I was so uncomfortable; I didn’t feel safe at all. I felt so sad and lifeless. Faisal, non-binary person from Saudi Arabia”

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Sep 8

Have you seen our latest article in Attitude Magazine?

Following this government's ‘crackdown’ on international students’ rights to claim asylum, our Policy and Public Affairs Manager highlights how this will disproportionately harm LGBTQI+ people fleeing persecution.

Read it now:

The government must not take asylum rights from international students – LGBTQI+ lives are at stake - Rainbow Migration

This government recently announced a ‘crackdown’ on international students’ rights to claim asylum, even suggesting that it might defund universities if

buff.ly

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Sep 5

🎉We have fantastic news - an LGBTQI+ person from Uzbekistan who we have been supporting has been granted refugee status in the UK!🌈

💖We are so happy for them, and wish them all the best in this next chapter of their life.

#GoodNews #GoodNewsFriday #LGBT

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Sep 3

🌈Jalal is a gay man from Morocco who came here as a student in 2021, and applied for asylum in 2024.

We referred him for pro bono representation, and are so happy that he was granted refugee status.

💙We are very grateful to Jalal for sharing his story with us - read it now: buff.ly/2XSUd55

Photo of a man facing away, with a green-blue background and white text reading "I had to prove that I'm gay more than I should have to, when you shouldn't have to make it a big deal. I felt exposed. Jalal, a gay man from Morocco"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Sep 2

We are proud to have joined over 80 organisations in signing a letter to MPs urging them to fully scrutinise the updated EHRC Code of Practice.

Thank you @transactualuk.bsky.social for coordinating this letter.

Read more: buff.ly/K4Dur0f

Joint letter on parliamentary scrutiny for the updated EHRC Code of Practice - Rainbow Migration

The Minister for Women and Equalities will soon lay in Parliament an updated Code of Practice to the Equality Act, created by the Equality and Human Rights

www.rainbowmigration.org.uk

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Sep 1

With the return of Parliament, and against the backdrop of yet more attempts to divide us, we need to come together as a community.

The government has a choice: to continue down the path of division or to take steps that protect people fleeing persecution.

💻️Read our blog: buff.ly/RQFtpLV

Photo of Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament with a purple-green gradient and white text reading "Parliament is back: 5 things to expect for LGBTQI+ asylum rights"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Aug 29

🎉We have great news - a gay man from Central America who we have been supporting has been granted refugee status in the UK!🌈

💞We are so happy for him, and wish him all the best in this next chapter.

#GoodNews #GoodNewsFriday #LGBT

A photo of a man in a pink shirt and black cap with a rainbow flag, and a blue text box with white text reading "A gay man from Central America has been granted refugee status in the UK!"

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rainbowmigration.bsky.social @rainbowmigration.bsky.social · Aug 28

🌈Have you joined our #NoPrideInDetention campaign?

Detention has devastating consequences for everyone, but LGBTQI+ people are at higher risk of harm from bullying and abuse. That is why we are calling on this government to #EndLGBTQIDetention today.

📢Join us: buff.ly/3nro2VK

Photo of 2 people outside the Big Ben with a black banner with a rainbow heart and text reading "No Pride In Detention. End the detention of LGBTQI+ people."

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