Addressing the gaps in LGBTI refugee protection

LGBTI Refugees

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) refugees often face particular challenges in accessing protection and refugee assistance and their vulnerability can be compounded by discrimination, marginalization, and bias-motivated violence. Human Rights First advocates with the U.N. Refugee Agency (UNHCR), the United States government and other relevant stakeholders to address gaps in the protection of LGBTI refugees.

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Washington, DC – As President Obama prepares to deliver the State of the Union address, Human Rights First urges him to…

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UNHCR issues new guidelines on claims to refugee status based on sexual orientation and gender identity

The U.N. Refugee Agency (UNHCR) recently issued new Guidelines on International Protection for people seeking refugee status due to persecution…

11-7-2012


UNHCR Officials Highlight Protection Needs of LGBTI Refugees

In recent weeks, two officials from the U.N. Refugee Agency (UNHCR) have taken steps to address the unique challenges facing…

10-17-2012