#lgbtiqrefugees

[ashleymilesphil]

Update on the Situation of LGBTQ Refugees in the Rainy Season🙏🏳️‍🌈

Hello everyone,

I want to take a moment to give you a quick update on what’s happening with our LGBTQ refugee community. Right now, we’re in the middle of the rainy season, and it’s been raining for almost seven hours each day. These heavy rains are causing devastating floods that not only seep into our temporary homes but often dismantle them entirely.

As you can see from the pictures , the rain gets everywhere soaking every belonging we have and sometimes sweeping them away altogether. The situation is incredibly dire, and with nowhere to turn, it feels like an endless battle just to stay dry and safe.

These conditions have made it even easier for diseases like malaria, cholera, and typhoid to spread. We desperately need stronger, more reliable tents to provide shelter. Each tent can accommodate at least 15 people and costs around $350 to $400.

We are pleading with well-wishers and the global LGBTQ community to stand with us during this incredibly difficult time. Your support could make a world of difference in protecting our lives and giving us the dignity of a safe space to weather this storm.

If you’re able to help, please consider donating through our GofundMe and ko-if or sharing our story to help us reach others who might be in a position to assist.

KO-fi : https://ko-fi.com/phil24

Thank you for your compassion and solidarity. Together, we can endure even the heaviest storms.

With gratitude.

AshleymilesPhil

[vegetableomelette]

This is important and urgent!!!

I have been talking with @ashleymilesphil for a while now, who is a spokesperson for a group of refugees in Gorom Refugee Camp in South Sudan. South Sudan is currently under war, and camps like these are incredibly unsafe and hostile toward LGBTQ+ people.

They face hunger, attacks, property damage, injury, illness, and natural disaster. They are susceptible to HIV, AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, and more illnesses from these conditions. Mosquitoes are more dangerous than usual, because recently their community was attacked and their shelters were destroyed, leaving them with little to no defense against mosquitoes and mosquito borne diseases.

To begin to rebuild, this community needs donations in order to buy food, clean water, medication, and supplies for new shelters. They have also been moving people out of camps to Canada and need money for clothes and other supplies to be set for the trip.

Please look at Ashley’s page, share, and donate! The last donation was five days ago, which is an especially long time to go with scarce supplies and funds in such a dangerous environment.

Here is a recent update. Please check out @ashleymilesphil ‘s page. Donate if you can! Even a little bit helps, especially if many people do it.

[schyrosoreffs]

Facing the Struggle as Queer Transgender Refugees ,We Need your kind support 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

Hi there,

I’m AshleymilesPhil, a transgender queer refugee, and I’m reaching out with an urgent plea. Life in the refugee camp is unimaginably harsh for our LGBTIQ community. Daily persecution is constantly hanging over our necks, and we’re battling diseases like malaria, tuberculosis, typhoid, HIV/AIDS, and cholera. Combined with extreme shortages of food, clean water, medicine, and safe shelter, every single day is a fight for survival.

Your support can make a life-saving difference. Any donation, no matter how small, can help provide essentials like food, clean water, and medical care for our community. If you’re in a position to give, please consider contributing to our GoFundMe:

➡️ https://gofund.me/4d80b32c

If donating isn’t possible, you can still make a huge impact by reblogging or sharing one of my pinned posts. Spreading the word helps amplify our voices, which have been silenced for far too long.

Thank you for your compassion, kindness, and for standing with us in this fight for survival. Your support, whether through donations or sharing our story, means the world to us.

With gratitude,

AshleymilesPhil

sadly i am unable to donate but if anyone sees this please consider helping out and donate to these people if you can!!

[mysteriouslynoisyshark]

It’s Never Too Late to Be Yourself – Or to Be in Love❤ 🏳️‍🌈

As we navigate life, there’s one truth that remains constant: it’s never too late to embrace your authentic self. For members of the LGBTIQ+ community, especially refugees and asylum seekers, this journey can often feel daunting. But our courage to live our truth is what defines us, not the challenges we face.

Many of us have fled persecution, societal rejection, and violence simply for being who we are. Despite these hardships, we continue to rise. We rebuild our lives in new, often unfamiliar places, proving that love and authenticity know no borders.

Being in love—whether with a partner, life, or the possibilities of the future—is an act of bravery. For those in the LGBTIQ+ refugee community, love is a beacon of hope that reminds us of the beauty that still exists despite adversity.

To my fellow LGBTIQ+ individuals, whether you're still searching for safety, love, or your authentic voice: know that you're not alone. Organizations, allies, and sponsors are here to support us on this journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment.

Together, we create a world where everyone has the right to *be*, to love, and to dream. Let’s continue to advocate for inclusive policies, safe spaces, and support systems for LGBTIQ+ refugees and asylum seekers worldwide.

It’s never too late to live authentically. It’s never too late to believe in love❤🏳️‍🌈.

#LGBTIQRefugees #Authenticity #NeverTooLate #LoveKnowsNoBorders #HumanRights #RefugeeVoices

[pato254]

faou.us/links

Attention friends and allies,We are heartbroken to share the news that a group of LGBTIQ asylum seekers from Kakuma refugee camp have been forced to flee to South Sudan due to the lack of progress on their cases in Kenya. These individuals have been living in fear and uncertainty for far too long, and they have made the difficult decision to seek safety elsewhere.

Their escape highlights the urgent need for funds to transport more LGBTIQ asylum seekers who are still stuck in Kakuma and are also in desperate need of a safe haven. These individuals have faced unimaginable hardships in the camp, including discrimination, violence, and lack of access to basic services.

We cannot stand by and watch as our community members continue to suffer. We must come together to support these individuals and ensure that they have the opportunity to rebuild their lives in a place where they can be free to be themselves.

Please consider donating to help transport more LGBTIQ asylum seekers from Kakuma to South Sudan. Every contribution, no matter how small, can make a difference. https://www.faou.us/links/?fbclid=IwAR1kjcI5iicIvOxO53FS-sL1j-3Frdo-4h0p1yvG7GUcwJxG7wEwDce55JA

Thank you for your support and solidarity. Together, we can make a difference. #LGBTIQRefugees #StandWithKakuma

[zdavkomne]

During my presentation at the Global Human Rights Conference in Miami. Mainly using amazing report made my @rainbowrefugeecanada and Sharalyn Jordan. Thank you to many who came and being interested in this topic ❤️ Together we can definitely make someone's life much better and safer! Photo by lovely: @ferdiemacaraeg ❤️ #humanrights #conference #discussion #refugeeswelcome #lgbt #lgbtiq #lgbtiqrefugees #dignity #respect #love #community #support (at World OutGames Miami)

[ashleymilesphil]

Hey, please don’t skip this if you’re LGBTIQ+ or support the queer community.🙏🏳️‍🌈❤️

It has been a week and two days since we were brutally attacked. Our shelters our tents, the only homes we had were demolished, many of them set on fire. As I’ve shared in previous updates here, we were severely beaten by a homophobic local community for one simple reason: being LGBTIQ+.

We were forced to flee for our lives, leaving behind what little we had. Now, we are sleeping in the compound of a nearby police station, hoping it provides some level of safety. But even here, safety is not guaranteed.

We sleep on the bare ground without any bedding or mosquito nets, and many of us have fallen sick with malaria. We live in constant fear that the attackers will return. On top of this, we have no food or clean water, and our situation is becoming increasingly desperate.

I am pleading with you if you’re reading this, please consider donating to our fundraiser. Any amount, no matter how small, will make a huge difference. Your donations will go directly toward:

• Providing food and clean water.

• Rebuilding shelters and securing tents.

• Purchasing medicine to treat malaria and other illnesses.

We also need your help to spread the word. Please reblog this post so it can reach as many people as possible. Share it widely and help us show the world what we, as LGBTIQ+ refugees in East Africa, are going through every single day.

Your support could save lives. Thank you for standing with us

[ashleymilesphil]

Urgent Call for Help: LGBTQ Refugees in East Africa Need Your Support🚨❤️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🙏

Hello everyone,

I’m reaching out today with an urgent plea for help. As a representative of LGBTQ refugees in East Africa, I am witnessing firsthand the unimaginable hardships my community faces daily. Our situation is dire, and we need immediate assistance to survive.

We are a group of individuals who fled persecution in our home countries only to face continued violence, discrimination, and neglect in the refugee camps where we hoped to find safety. Many of us have been attacked, our shelters have been destroyed, and our belongings stolen. We are left exposed to the elements, with nowhere to sleep, no protection from further attacks, and limited access to life-saving medication.

Right now, we urgently need:

• Food: Many of us are going hungry every day, struggling to find even a single meal.

• Tents/Shelters: Our makeshift homes have been destroyed, leaving us vulnerable to the weather and further violence.

• Medical Care: There is a severe lack of access to basic healthcare, and many of us are injured or in poor health with no means to recover.

This is a call to action for anyone who sees this message. We need allies who can advocate for us, raise awareness about our situation, and connect us with organizations or individuals who can provide the support we desperately need.

Please share this post widely and reach out if you know of any resources or agents who can help us. Your voice can make a difference in our fight for survival and dignity.

Together, we can show the world that no one should have to suffer simply for being who they are.

Thank you for your compassion and solidarity.

With hope

Ashleyphil

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[ashleymilesphil]

Hello world🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈❤️🙏

It has been a while since I last made a post here, but today, I’m here with a heavy heart and a message that needs to be heard: the lives of LGBTQ refugees in East Africa have not improved. Daily persecution is still the norm, and discrimination and hate have become the air we breathe. Each day, we face attacks physical, emotional, and systemic from both local communities and authorities.

So many queer personalities, community leaders, and advocates have fallen victim to death due to the rampant homophobia. We have lost friends, partners, and allies. Being LGBTQ is still criminalized, and that leaves us no room for protection, no opportunity for justice. When violence strikes, when our lives are endangered, any hope of legal recourse is nearly impossible.

I speak not just for myself, but for a community of resilient survivors who endure unimaginable hardships to simply exist. And yet, the world seems to have forgotten us. Our cries for help have too often fallen on deaf ears.

Let me take this moment, once again, to call for global solidarity. Stand with us the silenced queers of East Africa. Your voices amplify ours. Your support gives us strength. Together, we can keep the fight alive, even when everything seems hopeless.

With hope and resilience,

Ashley 🏳️‍⚧️

[ashleymilesphil]

Help Us Make This Holiday Season Special!🙏❤️🏳️‍🌈

Dear Friends and Supporters,

The holiday season is upon us, and for many, it’s a time of joy, family, and celebration. But for us, the LGBTQ refugees in East Africa, it’s also a time of challenges. As traders in the camp prepare to close their tents early to spend the holidays with their families, the prices of goods are already rising. This makes it even harder for us to secure food and essentials.

This holiday , we’re launching a two-week fundraising campaign with a goal of $1,222 to help us celebrate this festive season. Our plan is simple but meaningful: to share a special meal together one that will bring us a moment of joy, unity, and hope. For many of us, this could be our last celebration in Africa, as we dream of resettlement and a brighter future free from the horrors of homophobia and transphobia.

Here’s how you can help:

• $10: Feeds one person with a hearty, special meal.

• $25: Feeds three people, giving them a taste of joy this holiday season.

Imagine the impact of sparing just $5 it’s the cost of a coffee or a snack, but for us, it’s a chance to feel valued, to laugh, and to forget, even briefly, the struggles of our daily lives.

We’re currently only 21 individuals for this budget,but together, we’re a community. Your contribution will help us stock up on food before prices skyrocket, ensuring that we have everything we need for a beautiful celebration.

Every dollar you give brings light to our lives. You’re not just feeding us you’re giving us hope, love, and a sense of belonging.

Thank you for standing with us and for being part of our journey. Let’s make this holiday season a memorable one..

With gratitude and love,

The LGBTQ Refugees

Donate today and help us make this dream a reality!

[ashleymilesphil]

PLEASE DON’T IGNORE OUR CRY FOR HELP

Hi friends,

My name is Ashley , and I’m a queer refugee originally from Uganda, now living in a refugee camp . I know this might seem unexpected, but I felt the need to reach out because we are in a situation of desperate urgency.

I represent a group of fellow LGBTIQ refugees here, and we are facing unimaginable hardships. Many of us are starving, without food, water, or proper medical care. Some are living with HIV/AIDS and have no access to life-saving medications. The situation here is truly dire. On top of that, we live in constant fear of persecution under Sudan’s harsh anti-LGBTIQ laws.

I’m embarrassed to ask for help this way, but we are at a breaking point. We urgently need support just to survive. Any donation—no matter how small—could save lives in our community. If you’re unable to give, please don’t ignore this message. Sharing this post could reach someone who can help.

Please consider supporting us or spreading the word. This is our reality, and your help can be the lifeline we so desperately need.

GoFundMe Link:

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read this. Your compassion means everything in a time like this.

With gratitude,

Ashley.

[ashleymilesphil]

Hello Everyone, How Are You?

Please take a few minutes to read this post.

I’m writing these words out of sheer desperation. I feel like the world has turned its back on us. Just today, I came across a statistic that Tumblr has over 100 million downloads. That’s an enormous number! But imagine what if 100 million people saw you and ignored you? How would that make you feel? Deeply disappointed? Invisible? Or perhaps wishing you didn’t exist at all?

For us, the LGBTQ+ refugees in East Africa, that feeling of being invisible is our daily reality. We live in constant suffering starving, battling disease, and enduring relentless persecution simply because of who we are. Every day, we fight to survive, knowing that the world seems unaware of our struggles.

Right now, it feels like so much of the world’s attention is focused on the situation in Gaza. And please don’t misunderstand me I’m not saying that takes away from the urgency of what’s happening there. The suffering in Gaza is real and devastating. But I’m asking you to also keep an eye on what’s happening to the LGBTQ+ community in East Africa.

Here, we’re losing lives every day. Our friends and loved ones are dying from starvation, disease, and violent attacks. Yet none of the mainstream media shine a light on us. We are invisible to the world, but our suffering is just as real.

If I wasn’t in desperate need of help, I wouldn’t be here asking. This isn’t just about me it’s about my fellow LGBTQ+ refugees who are starving and homeless, with no access to basic medical care or safety. Every day, we face hostility from those around us. We’re shunned, attacked, and left with nowhere to turn.

Please, don’t ignore us. Be our hope. Be our voice. We’re begging for your support not just to survive, but to have a chance at a life free from suffering.

Even a small donation can make a huge difference. If just a fraction of those who read this post contributed $5, we could feed our community, treat illnesses, and begin to rebuild our lives. If you can’t donate, please consider sharing this post. Each share spreads awareness about our situation and brings us closer to finding those who can help.

Your kindness whether through donating or sharing—could save lives. Imagine being in our place one day, needing help from others. What you do today could inspire others to help you or someone else tomorrow.

We survive on barely one meal a day, and some days, not even that. Can you skip a meal and donate what it would have cost to help LGBTQ+ refugees who are suffering?

To everyone who has supported us already, thank you from the depths of our hearts. Your generosity and compassion mean the world to us. For those who are willing, please share your donations publicly or send a screenshot privately to encourage others to join in.

Our posts might get likes, but we desperately need donations to make it through another day. If you’re reading this, please help us. Follow our account, @ashleymilesphil to stay updated on our ongoing situation and the struggles of LGBTQ+ refugees in East Africa.

You are our last hope. Be part of the change. Help us survive.

Thank you so much for your time and kindness. We wish you all the best.

Your Trans Doll

Ashley.

[ashleymilesphil]

We are fundraising to support LGBTQ refugees in East Africa. You can find our campaign listed here on this tumblr blog position #6.

To directly support our cause, please visit our GoFundMe page.

Every donation counts! Thank you for your support.

FUNDRAISERS

heres a list of families who have reached out to me - again, i can't donate, but i'll keep updating this list as i get sent more

@aboyousef1973 - WHERE: gaza/egypt - VETTED: not sure, but reblogs claim theyre clean - WHO: Hamdi Ali and his family of 6 - HOW MUCH MORE: €1.4k out of €35k reached - DONATE HERE

@majedgerbawi - WHERE: gaza/egypt - VETTED: i believe so! - WHO: Majed and his family of 5 - HOW MUCH MORE: $10.7K out of $70k reached - DONATE HERE

@aiamaher2 - WHERE: gaza - VETTED: not sure, but reblogs claim theyre clean - WHO: Aya Almajdoub and her family of 8 - HOW MUCH MORE: €5.4K out of €55k reached - DONATE HERE

@mahmoudayyads - WHERE: gaza - VETTED: yes! - WHO: Mahmoud Ayyad and his extended family of 43 - HOW MUCH MORE: €10.6K out of €55k reached - DONATE HERE

@savepalestineinfamily19 - WHERE: gaza - VETTED: yes! - WHO: Mohammed Almadhoun and his family of 7 - HOW MUCH MORE: €12.6K of €20K reached - DONATE HERE

@ashleymilesphil - WHERE: uganda/east africa - VETTED: yes! - WHO: Ashley/Calvin M. Phil and their fellow queer refugees - HOW MUCH MORE: $1.8K of $10k reached - DONATE HERE

@amalalkafarna14 - WHERE: gaza - VETTED: not sure - WHO: Fayez Al-Kafarna and his family of 5 - HOW MUCH MORE $25.4K of $27k reached - DONATE HERE

let me know if theres any issues with links or anything else, and please please help support these campaigns!

[ashleymilesphil]

HELLO LGBTQA+ FAMILY 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

I’m here again to reach out to you with a heartfelt plea for support. As we approach the festive season, life becomes even more challenging for our LGBTQ+ refugee community in East Africa. Food prices are skyrocketing, supplies are scarce, and we are facing starvation. Our GoFundMe campaign has raised $1,788 out of our $10,000 goal so far, but donations have slowed significantly, leaving us in urgent need.

We’re calling on all our kind supporters to help us keep going. Your contribution no matter the size can make a real difference in ensuring that our community has food and basic supplies to survive this season.

If you are unable to donate, please don’t feel pressured. You can still help us by sharing or reblogging this post, or by spreading the word about our fundraiser on other social media platforms. Every share helps increase our visibility and brings us closer to reaching the people who can help.

Thank you to everyone who has donated or supported us so far. Your generosity and love keep us hopeful. Let’s keep standing together in solidarity.

Support our campaign today and help us survive.❤️🙏

With gratitude,

A Queer Refugee Community Representative

[ashleymilesphil]

WHERE IS JUSTICE / WHERE IF HUMANITY ????‼️

A Cry for Help: The Reality of Being LGBTIQ in Exile🌈

This video speaks for itself. A young, innocent gay man, beaten brutally by a hostile local community—this is the harsh reality we face as LGBTIQ refugees in East Africa. When I say that we endure persecution, I mean *this*. This is the daily battle we fight for our right to exist, love, and live like any other person.

This young man, just like countless others, deserves to live his life freely, without fear of violence or hatred. Yet, because of who we are, we are treated like outcasts, subjected to brutal attacks, and silenced. The ongoing civil war in South Sudan only makes it worse, leaving us isolated, without protection, and exposed to more violence and hardship.

To the world watching this video, I ask: *Where is our justice?* Why are we forced to live in fear, hiding who we are, and fighting to survive every single day? We are human too, and our lives matter. Please, this is not just a cry for attention but a cry for help, for support, for action.

If you’re reading this, I urge you to *do something*. Share this video, spread our story, and help us find a way to escape this endless persecution. Your support could make the difference between life and death for people like this young man and the rest of us living in exile.

We cannot survive this alone. Please, stand with us.

https://gofund.me/4d80b32c

[ashleymilesphil]

Hon. Odoi Speaks Out Against the Anti-Homosexuality Bill 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️🇺🇬⬇️

In Uganda, only two brave Members of Parliament stood against the Anti-Homosexuality Bill, and one of them is Hon. Odoi. His courage to speak out in support of the LGBTQ+ community is not only inspiring but a necessary reminder that compassion and logic must prevail in the face of hate and persecution.

In the video I’m sharing, Hon. Odoi highlights the immense potential LGBTQ+ individuals have to contribute to Uganda’s growth. Many are skilled professionals, technical experts, and entrepreneurs who could be valuable taxpayers and positive forces in society. Unfortunately, persecution based on their sexual orientation has forced many of them to flee the country, leaving behind families, opportunities, and dreams.

As someone who has experienced this firsthand, I can attest to the truth of his words. Like many others, I was forced to leave my home due to persecution for simply being myself. I now live in a refugee camp, far from the life I dreamed of, but I continue to fight for the rights of those like me.

This video isn’t just about Hon. Odoi’s words it’s about standing in solidarity with all LGBTQ+ individuals in Uganda and beyond who face violence and discrimination every day. It’s about imagining a world where we’re seen for who we are: human beings with so much to offer.

Please share this video widely. Let’s amplify the voices of those who speak for equality and justice in Uganda and around the world.

Ashleyphil