Refuge, Hope: Safe Houses for LGBTQI+ Asylum Seekers

Fear and Flight: What Is Happening to LGBTQ+ People in Dakar

Fear and Flight: What Is Happening to LGBTQ+ People in Dakar In recent weeks, a climate of fear has spread through LGBTQ+ communities in Dakar, Senegal. Longtime community members say the situation feels unlike anything they have experienced before. Across the city, reports have emerged of arrests, raids, and growing public hostility toward people suspected […]

Another Person Reaches Safety and a New Partnership Begins

At Rainbow Haven, moments of hope matter. We are very glad to share that one of our asylum-seekers in Dakar has now resettled in Canada. He is a Guinean man who was beaten by strangers at a beach in Dakar before he found our haven. News like this reminds us why safe, dignified temporary housing […]

New Safe House in Kenya

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We are very happy to announce the new safe house in Kenya will welcome its first residents on Monday November 3, 2025. It will start with a group of three female residents. The house is not located in a major city, so we must be discreet about its exact location. This safe house would have […]

The Global Challenges for LGBTQI+ Refugees and How You Can Help

At Rainbow Haven, we’ve been closely following the global challenges faced by LGBTQI+ asylum seekers and the barriers to finding safety and stability. One recent news story, reported by The Toronto Star, highlights how LGBTQI+ refugees in Kenya are facing new obstacles as the country blocks resettlement efforts by Canadians and others. This development adds […]

New Housing Secured in Dakar—Expanding Our Reach!

We have fantastic news from Dakar! Our dedicated agent on the ground has secured a new 4-bedroom apartment, complete with a living room and kitchen, to accommodate more LGBTQ+ asylum seekers. This larger space marks a significant milestone in our mission to provide safety, community, and stability for those who have faced extreme hardships. This […]

Providing Safe Haven: Rainbow Haven’s Mission to Support LGBTQI+ Asylum Seekers

Providing Safe Haven: Rainbow Haven’s Mission to Support LGBTQI+ Asylum Seekers At Rainbow Haven, we are committed to providing a safe haven for LGBTQI+ asylum seekers who find themselves in precarious situations, often fleeing persecution based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Our mission is clear: to offer support, protection, and hope to those […]