After fleeing from fear or violence due to their sexual orientation or gender identity, LGBT asylum seekers continue to face a myriad of challenges as they seek protection in the U.S. Hear personal accounts of how they strive for stability and security and learn how agencies and communities can collaboratively support their unique needs. An open discussion of action-oriented solutions will follow the speaking presentation on Tuesday, December 1st at 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Address: Zachs Community Room, UConn School of Social Work, 1798 Asylum Avenue West Hartford, CT.
Food will be served. RSVP: Renee Hamel (860) 803-3685 renee.hamel@uconn.edu
UConn School of Social Work Sponsors: the Asian & Asian-American Student Organization, PRIDE, Women’s Caucus, Social Workers for Global Justice, Center for International Social Work Studies
UConn LAW School Sponsors: LAMDA, Asylum Human Rights Clinic