Since the shift of power in Syria, LGBTQ+ individuals, especially trans women, face extreme danger. The new authorities and armed non-state groups are targeting them, just as the collapsed regime did, with horrifying videos of torture and mass arrests spreading. GEM has received a 70% increase in urgent protection requests, but resources are scarce. Your support helps provide emergency relocation, mental health aid, and shelter for those at risk. Donate now to save lives.
Syrian LGBTQ+ individuals are at extreme risk like never before. They are being targeted by both the authorities and society. Cases of torture, including sexual violence, have been documented and widely shared on social media, further endangering victims. While already facing immense hardship, they are now at even greater risk of persecution and violence.
GEM provides life-saving support through our emergency response efforts. Our protection team works daily to rescue individuals from arrest and persecution, offering mental health support, emergency relocation, protection planning, and safe shelters. With the resources available, we ensure holistic protection to help LGBTQ+ individuals heal and rebuild their lives.
This project aims to help victims rebuild their lives, whether in their home country or through relocation. By providing long-term support, we empower them to participate in livelihood programs, gain independence, and secure a stable future. This must be accompanied by a healing journey, including trauma therapy, safe spaces, and financial empowerment, ensuring lasting recovery and resilience.
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