Who are we and what do we do?
OUR MISSION
Empowering people who identify as LGBT+ through the asylum process and beyond.
OUR VISION
To create a safe space for LGBT+ asylum seekers and refugees in the West Midlands, helping them find community, healing and support, throughout their asylum journey.
OUR AIMS
- To create safe and welcoming spaces for connections and community among LGBT+ asylum seekers.
- To enhance confidence, resilience, and self-acceptance among members.
- To provide information and signposting through the asylum process and beyond.
- To promote greater inclusion across the West Midlands and collaborating with other groups to support LGBT+ asylum seekers.
OUR VALUES
- Security: We prioritise creating a safe and liberating environment where everyone can be themselves without fear.
- Acceptance: We embrace all individuals with compassion, openness, and a non-judgemental attitude, ensuring everyone feels valued.
- Recognition: We acknowledge each person’s dignity and experiences, ensuring they feel seen, validated, and respected.
- Empowerment: We encourage and support individuals to take agency over their lives, fostering self-respect and partnership.
- Belonging: We cultivate a sense of family and trust, building deep connections and friendships within our community.
- Positivity: We inspire hope, optimism, and courage, promoting a positive outlook and resilience in our members.