LGBT Asylum Seekers & Deportation

Members of the LGBT community from some of the world's most repressive countries flee to the United Kingdom to seek asylum. This article brings up the fact that many of these individuals who are used to being inhumanely treated, are being threatened to be deported by the government system in the UK. David Hanson MP who is the shadow minister for immigration was quoted as saying, "It’s important that people are treated with dignity and humanity when applying for asylum, and there are worrying allegations about the Home Office’s treatment of those fleeing from persecution because of their sexuality." Individuals who have fled from Kampala, Uganda, experience threats of deportation for not providing necessary materials (proof of homosexuality) from their home countries. 

Women of Faith, Women of Doubt Panelist: Maxensia Nakibuuka

From Kampala, Uganda, Maxensia Nakibuuka is a local political leader in New York, whom is living with HIV. In 2012, she was a civil society representative at the UN and spoke about the effects of criminalizing individuals living with HIV. Nakibuuka will be part of a panel during the UN Commission on the Status of Women meeting (3/9 - 3/20) in New York. Nakibuuka will be part of a panel discussing the fact that the LGBTQ community around the globe can not experience the full capacity of human rights until all women are granted the same equal rights that their male counterparts have long enjoyed.

Freedom House Detroit: Escape From Kampala

Local, Global Jewel: Freedom House Detroit

Serving as a safe haven for individuals who have experienced torture and harassment internationally, the Freedom House in Detroit helps certain individuals seek asylum. The Freedom House in Detroit is the only organization in the United States that provides basic necessities free of charge. This article tells the story of "John" who escaped from Kampala, Uganda after being severely tortured by Police for being an openly gay male. Often denied healthcare due to their sexuality, LGBT citizens in Uganda suffer routine harassment and violence from state-imposed discrimination, which is also community enforced. A brave and courageous man, "John" serves as heroic inspiration for those who dream to escape to a more free land.

Kampala becoming a Mega-City


Kampala is on the fast-track to becoming a literal Mega-City. Expecting 20 million people by the year 2040, Kampala hopes to manage the growth of urbanization within its borders. With the rapid growth of the country, one may hope that many areas of improvement are worked on. Such areas include access to water, sanitation, and yes human rights.