gay and musilm living in meddle east .. living in hell!

First of all (*hug*)
I'm so sorry you have to live through this.

You said you wanted asylum. From what I have read it is not an easy process but in some countries being gay in an intolerant country is a valid reason for requesting asylum. I am not 100% sure but I think one of those countries is the UK.
As you are over 18 and a legal adult (in most countries), I believe you can request asylum.
As I'm only 16 and never been in a similar situation, I wouldn't be able to give you specific advice but maybe someone else on the forum will. I'm guessing you might have already searched info on the internet?

Anyway I wish you good luck (*hug*)

 

A terrible situation you find yourself in. If you are interested in seeking asylum in the United Kingdom, may I suggest you contact the UK charity, Stonewall for more information about eligibility and process. Stonewall may also be able to advise how things work within other member states of the European Union. Follow the link: Stonewall

Also, check out the website for the UK Lesbian and Gay Immigration Group:
http://uklgig.org.uk/

 

Hey, welcome to EC!

There are several countries that are willing to grant asylum for being gay in an intolerant country. This information is generally available on the internet.

Your challenge will be to find the money to leave...do you have resources or a job that pays you enough to save the money? Are you able to wait a little in order to escape that situation at the end?

 

I'm not qualified to answer, but I do know, and I am proud to say that Canada accepts refugees who are persecuted for being LGBT.

If you can, visit our Canadian consulate in Sana'a...

 

At a minimum, go study abroad. If your family has the means to send you, which it sounds like they do, that's a great way to start.

 

People in your situation is what breaks my heart. I am so, so lucky to have been born into a country accepting/ tolerating of homosexuals.

As someone else has mentioned, if you feel at danger, seek asylum. Or, if you're in the position, study abroad -- just get yourself out of that environment. Because in my opinion, a homosexual simply cannot live a safe and fulfilled life in many parts of the world. Not pointing fingers -- Nigeria, Uganda, most of the Middle East, some parts of South America and Jamaica.

Keep us updated.

 

It is so sad that young people in some parts of the world suffer like that just because of who they are. At the same time, your story inspires me and makes me grateful for what I have.
If I was to give advice, I'd say: never rush, don't do anything in hurry. I know the situation you're in is urgent, but think twice before you try to escape. Plan everything out carefully, maybe make a list of what you're going to do. If it's possible, try to part with your parents on good terms. No one in your country needs to know why you moved away if you decide to do so. If you can, I'd advise you to study abroad and try to start a new life there. I hope everything goes well for you. Do not hesitate to write if you want to discuss anything

 

Obviously it would appear to be a difficult process, so the suggestion that you leave the country to study is a very good one. Once in that other country, you can inform yourself about seeking asylum in that country.

I have found some of the information you may need to prove your case.

From this paper:

http://www.rainbowwelcome.org/uploads/pdfs/English - LGBT Know Your Rights 2009.pdf

This is what you have to prove for refugee status:

The last part I bolded may be difficult to prove, I can foresee that your partners in your country would be more than reluctant to come out just to prove that you are gay. So you need to think about what you need to do to "prove" being gay...

 

If you're studying abroad for several years there are a lot more opportunities to make friends, contacts, and maybe even a boyfriend or partner who can all attest to your gayness. Basically go abroad and then work on the seeking asylum part.

Todd

 

Wow.. I got emotional reading this. It's such a tragedy. Please promise me you'll follow the advice of the other forum members and get yourself out of that situation!!

Wishing you serious luck and love, and I wholeheartedly hope you can find a way to be free to follow whichever path you wish to follow. All the best. <3

 

I'm glad you're feeling happier.

Please be reassured knowing there are people out in the world who will support you. The LGBT community can be really strong at times since we have to support each other. I've personally pledged to never refuse help to a member of the LGBT community because lord knows we need to be strong to tolerate some of the absurd treatment we receive.

<3

 

Dude, remember that the application process is just that , a process. It's done through the local embassy where locals also work (أنهم يحبون القيل والقال) . If you're prepared to wait with the possibility of people knowing before you leave , cool. Just think it through . Have you ever considered emigrating to another country before a western one ie, Egypt , morocco , Jordan?
Not ideal but safer for you while you're potentially "out there" during the waiting period.
And FFS , don't listen to the psychiatrist and say something to any mullah or sheikh. Like the locals they also ^^^ what I said up there .
Salaam

 

Hey - welcome to EC
It is heartbreaking to know what you and others go through in your country.

I do think studying abroad is a very clever solution. You can get an excellent career qualification at a university .. and you get a life !!!

There are a few EC members from UAE, Syria, Lebanon, Egypt. I hope you can meet some on this site. You can get a lot of advice from EC friends and support on EC when you need it. It is very therapeutic being a member here !!!! (*hug*)