For 30 years, we have promoted justice and equality for LGBTQ and HIV-positive immigrants, winning major victories in the courts and in Congress.

Act Now: Asylum is Under Attack

As President Trump takes office, we are witnessing in real-time his renewed efforts to oppress LGBTQ people and immigrants—the very communities Immigration Equality serves.

But the more President Trump tries to deport, detain, and dehumanize queer immigrants, the harder we will fight back.  

With your support, we can keep giving free lawyers to LGBTQ people fleeing violence—to help win them asylum, safety, and freedom. Please make a gift today.

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News: Op-Ed – Immigration Has a Public Image Crisis

By Ilon Rincon Portas, Immigration Equality Board Member

As a queer, non-binary refugee from Venezuela, I experienced the desperation of seeking asylum. I lived in constant terror, not knowing what tomorrow would bring. I struggled to envision a better future. However, my experience is not unique: it is the reality for LGBTQ+ individuals worldwide fleeing violence, prison time, and the death penalty for simply existing.
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Client Stories

"After all, I made it this far in life because I am fierce!" —Sasha

"Coming out as a trans man was a life-saving experience." —Umit

"When I found out I won asylum, I burst into tears." —Roman
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