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Syrian refugee lovers, risking death, flee for the sake of each other

Nobody should have to flee their home because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

 

In certain countries, same-sex relationships are criminalized – sometimes punishable by death. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex or queer (LGBTIQ+) persons can face discrimination, persecution and violence, which can lead to forced displacement and the need for international protection.

“The fears did not go away, the threats did not go away, we still live in fear” Samer and Fadi, the Syrian couple fled home when Samer’s brother threatened to kill Fadi. Since then, they have been forced to move home six times in an effort to escape him.

Being an LGBTIQ+ refugee can add to the complex challenges and threats that a refugee faces after fleeing conflict. They need to find physical safety from war and conflict, whilst also being protected from threats and discrimination that can result from their identity.

Persecuted members of the LGBTIQ+ community have a right to seek asylum and register as refugees with UNHCR. We are working to ensure that all UNHCR offices and registration facilities are welcoming, safe spaces, and that LGBTIQ+ refugees can access safe shelter, psychological and medical care and cash assistance to help them back on their feet. We also seek to resettle LGBTIQ+ refugees to third countries where possible, so that they can live in a safer place where their identity is respected.

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Syrian refugee lovers, risking death, flee for the sake of each other

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