Safe shelters of LGBT refugees set up in Germany

[Melech 9,900]

"A tall, muscular man walked across the lobby wearing large earrings, generously applied make-up and a light blue dress.

“Hello, it’s nice to meet you,” said Abdel, a transvestite from Iraq.

Welcome to Germany’s first shelter for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transvestite and intersex migrants.

It is hidden away on a quiet, leafy road in Berlin, where dozens of migrants are kept under round-the-clock security to protect them from fellow migrants hostile to homosexuality.

“I wouldn’t want to be in a shelter with straight refugees,” said Bashar Taha, an ethnic Kurd from northern Iraq. “It’s too dangerous. Many people from the Middle East are very homophobic — people get beaten and even killed.”

Shocked by the violence, including stabbings, suffered by gay people at the hands of their compatriots in refugee camps, German authorities initially offered separate accommodation in hotels and private apartments but this proved too expensive. Now specifically designed shelters have caught on.

Once at the shelter, new residents get free medical care including, if requested, specialised treatment such as hormone therapy for transsexuals. The shelter, run by Schwulenberatung, Europe’s biggest gay help group, is luxurious compared with facilities in other parts of the country. Ultraliberal Berlin has invested heavily: annual running costs approach £900,000, not including therapy and legal aid.

Security guards, including a veteran of the Berlin nightclub scene, have been chosen with care; only those showing sensitivity to gay issues are accepted. With double bedrooms and spacious common areas fitted with designer furniture, the atmosphere is relaxed, reminiscent of a university hall of residence."

http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/world/the-times/germany-sets-up-safe-shelters-for-gay-migrants/news-story/35df787c5d09a94a78bcfd0d61310eca

That makes me happy

 

[Bebe 17,289]

Fantastic, Germany seems to be exceptional in how the deal with refugees. I could only wish that my country behaved in a similar, compassionate, manner.

[Born To Slay 10,996]

I think the dangerous homophobes should be tossed out of the camp tbh

[Hades 27,980]

It's hypocritical that they left their countries because of the war yet they attack their own people/neighbours just because they are gay or of another religion. 

This is a form of war too. 

[Born To Slay 10,996]

2 minutes ago, Versace19069 said:

It's hypocritical that they left their countries because of the war yet they attack their own people/neighbours just because they are gay or of another religion. 

This is a form of war too. 

I say if someone does something like that, they get thrown to ISIS. See how they like it.

[Luc 4,776]

I just hope that place stays safe... The only reason why I'm hesitant on this is because it's an easy target for terrorists.

[Kanyeee West 2,204]

Guys do you have any detailed info about the process of being a LGBT refugee in Germany or other countries that accept LGBT Refuge ? sharing your information with me just help me alot.

[Melech 9,900]

1 hour ago, Shahin said:

Guys do you have any detailed info about the process of being a LGBT refugee in Germany or other countries that accept LGBT Refuge ? sharing your information with me just help me alot.

I can do in private message if you want. I know some resources about refugees that came to Germany  

[Kanyeee West 2,204]

51 minutes ago, Simon said:

I can do in private message if you want. I know some resources about refugees that came to Germany  

Gonna PM you soon, Thank you Honey So Much. 

[The Fame Joanne 5,985]

4 hours ago, Shahin said:

Guys do you have any detailed info about the process of being a LGBT refugee in Germany or other countries that accept LGBT Refuge ? sharing your information with me just help me alot.

In which country are you? 

[Kanyeee West 2,204]

17 hours ago, The Fame Joanne said:

In which country are you? 

Iran   Long story short, I wanna see if there is a safe and ok way to be a LGBT Refugee in other countries , do an action and apply for it. thank you again 

[The Fame Joanne 5,985]

8 hours ago, Shahin said:

Iran   Long story short, I wanna see if there is a safe and ok way to be a LGBT Refugee in other countries , do an action and apply for it. thank you again 

I hope you stay safe  I did some research on the Internet and I'd say the chances for getting accepted as a refugee based on sexual orientation are sadly not very high. Theoretically it's possible and the European Court of Justice ruled that the sexual orientation is a reason to seek asylum if you have to fear persecution in your country. But only in rare cases these applications for asylum are accepted. Especially because of the recent refugee crisis the chances are probably low because Syrians are the priority (at least in Germany). But I read that LGBT people from Iran get accepted more often. Maybe you should try it 

 

[Kanyeee West 2,204]

27 minutes ago, The Fame Joanne said:

I hope you stay safe  I did some research on the Internet and I'd say the chances for getting accepted as a refugee based on sexual orientation are sadly not very high. Theoretically it's possible and the European Court of Justice ruled that the sexual orientation is a reason to seek asylum if you have to fear persecution in your country. But only in rare cases these applications for asylum are accepted. Especially because of the recent refugee crisis the chances are probably low because Syrians are the priority (at least in Germany). But I read that LGBT people from Iran get accepted more often. Maybe you should try it 

 

OMG Darling just thank you so so so much for spending this much time and effort for helping me , just can't thank you enough,  

but unfortunately as I've researched before, it's as you said and I have really less chance to be accepted as a LGBT Refugee and I can't risk at the moment.  

 

Gonna PM you soon for a detailed talk, Again thank you thank you thank you...