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East Africa is a region rich in culture and diversity, yet it faces significant challenges regarding LGBT rights and acceptance. In many countries, same-sex relationships are criminalized, leading to widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTQ+ individuals. Despite these obstacles, activism and community support continue to emerge, highlighting the resilience of the LGBT community.

Life for LGBT individuals in Kakuma refugee camp can be incredibly challenging. Many face discrimination and violence, both from other refugees and the camp's authorities. The camp is often overcrowded and lacks adequate resources, making it difficult for LGBT individuals to find safe spaces.

Social stigma can lead to isolation, and many struggle with mental health issues due to their experiences. However, there are also organizations and support groups within the camp working to provide advocacy, counseling, and safe spaces for LGBT refugees. Some individuals find solidarity and community among others who share similar experiences, which can be a source of strength in such a difficult environment.

Overall, while the challenges are significant, there are efforts to improve the situation and create a more inclusive atmosphere.

Just sexual orientation of the parents can bring children to suffer in East Africa, please support LGBTQI in East African refugee camps

Having a happy life when you're a transgender in Africa is a chance, support African transgenders

QUIT OR KEEP MOVING..!

They can't stop you, if you don't quit. Nothing can stop you if you make the decision to keep going. Think about the strongest people you know. Maybe they are athletes, entrepreneurs, Artists or Activists anyone who has dared to dream and then dared to struggle for it. They weren't given their victories, They earned them.

They stumbled and got back up, They lost battles, face defeat, dealt with failure, but they didn't quit. And because they didn't quit they couldn't be stopped.

Resilience isn't about being breakable, it's about being unstoppable. Think about all the times you felt in doubt. It could be self doubt, maybe other people doubting you, maybe you are exhausted! it happens! we are human.

I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I write to you today with a heart full of gratitude and hope, even as I face the challenges of illness and hardship.

In a place where survival itself is a struggle, your kindness has been a rare light in our lives. Because of you, we have felt seen, heard, and valued. Your help has given us moments of relief—moments where we could breathe a little easier, knowing that someone out there cares.

But as I write this, I am unwell. I still receive the same pain though I've been checked now I'm struggling to get treatment and access to proper medical care is still a distant dream for many of us. The daily reality of being transgender in a refugee camp remains harsh—lack of healthcare, discrimination, and the constant fear of violence and neglect. We are still fighting for the basic dignity that every human deserves.

I am reaching out requesting for support to get treatment and I humbly ask—please do not forget us. Any assistance you can offer, whether through advocacy, resources, or even just spreading awareness, could make a world of difference.

From the depths of my heart, thank you. Thank you for seeing us when so many turn away. Thank you for your kindness, your humanity, and your belief that we deserve better. Please stand with us once more.

Mental health struggle.

The combination of living with HIV and navigating the challenges of gender identity can take a significant toll on mental health. Transgender individuals are already at a higher risk of experiencing mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD due to social discrimination and violence. The added stress of living with HIV, particularly in the face of stigma, can further exacerbate these mental health challenges.

Feelings of isolation, low self-esteem, and fear of rejection may cause some to avoid healthcare or treatment, further intensifying their struggles. However, with the right support systems and mental health care, many transgender individuals living with HIV are able to find strength and resilience in their journeys.

Support what ever you able.

Thank.

Happy Easter, dear friends on Tumblr.

Today, as many of you gather with loved ones, paint eggs, and share meals, I’m writing from a place far from all of that, yet full of hope. I live in Gorom Refugee Camp in South Sudan, where I stand not only as a survivor, but as a proud voice for my community—LGBTQIA+ refugees who have known displacement, rejection, and pain, but who still hold tightly to dreams of dignity, peace, and belonging.

Easter, for many, is about resurrection—about hope rising even after the darkest night. That message lives deep in our hearts here. We may not have much, but we still share what we can: a smile, a story, a piece of bread, a hug. And today, humbly, we ask you to share what you can.

If you have abundance, consider sharing a piece of it with us. Whether it’s by spreading awareness, donating to LGBTQ refugee support organizations, or simply holding space in your heart and your feed for stories like ours—it makes a difference.

We are still here. We are still proud. We are still human.

Wishing you love, renewal, and a joyful Easter.