What really happens to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex or Queer refugees when they seek asylum in Australia? 6 - 8pm, Wednesday 26th October 2016. 16WEST, 16 West Row, Civic. Canberra’s Rainbow Refugee Action Committee (Rainbow RAC) presents several speakers who will shine the light on the experiences of LGBTIQ refugees on Nauru and in Australia. Our first speakers will provide insight into the experience of LGBTIQ refugees on Nauru. Found to be refugees, they have been resettled on Nauru but face daily discrimination and little acceptance. Our guest speaker Marion Le is a migration lawyer and refugee advocate, who has assisted many LGBTIQ refugees claiming asylum, who will highlight the legal and policy challenges they face when negotiating the Australian legal system. Organised by Rainbow RAC.
Shining the Light on LGBTI Refugees
Wednesday, October 26, 2016 - 18:00