kavuma--blog

[kavuma--blog]

You still have a chance to do something no matter what your answer is ..

In many parts of the world, being true to yourself is not just difficult—it’s dangerous. For countless LGBT individuals, simply existing means facing violence, rejection, imprisonment, or even death. Many are forced to flee their homes, families, and communities in search of safety. But the journey to freedom is often just as brutal as what they’re escaping from.

As LGBT refugees, we are among the most vulnerable. We are often overlooked, even in spaces meant to offer protection. In refugee camps or host communities, discrimination doesn’t stop—it follows us. We are targeted for who we are. We are denied basic services. We are pushed to the margins.

But there is hope—and that hope lies in solidarity.

We are calling on kind-hearted individuals, allies, and organizations to stand with us. Your donation, no matter the size, can make a real difference. It can help cover essentials like food, shelter, medical care, mental health support, and legal assistance. It can help us survive—and begin to heal.

Your support is not just charity—it is a statement that we matter, that our lives have value, and that we are not alone.

Here’s how you can help:

1: Share this message with your networks.

2: Raise awareness about the challenges faced by LGBT refugees.

3: Advocate for policies that protect and uplift queer asylum seekers.

4: Donate

We are more than the trauma we’ve endured. We are resilient, we are brave, and with your support, we will thrive.

Stand with us. Speak out. Give what you can. Together, we can build a world where no one has to live in fear for being who they are.

[kavuma--blog]

YOU ARE NOT A BAD PARENT IF YOUR CHILD IS GAY OR LESBIAN. YOU ARE A BAD PARENT IF YOU DON'T SHOW YOUR GAY OR LESBIAN CHILD UNCONDITIONAL LOVE

[kavuma--blog]

YOU ARE NOT A BAD PARENT IF YOUR CHILD IS GAY OR LESBIAN. YOU ARE A BAD PARENT IF YOU DON'T SHOW YOUR GAY OR LESBIAN CHILD UNCONDITIONAL LOVE

[kavuma--blog]

1 - Kavuma Abdallah - Evidence

This Post is part of Operation Pink Tent

@kavuma--blog Is a queer refugee living in a refugee camp. He contacted me on 27/October/2024. This post covers evidence that he is who he says he is.

Video Evidence

I requested a video from Kavuma where he could share his story. He sent it to me via Gmail after his bad internet prevented him from uploading it to Tumblr. This took quite a while because of the internet at his refugee camp. I then uploaded this video to YouTube for him so it can be easily posted.

Photo Evidence

These pictures establish visual consistency, including two pictures of him wearing a red friends T-shirt which he wore in the video and two of him wearing the same plain dark grey T-shirt.

I requested this picture of Him holding a sign with his name, He is infront of the same wall as before. He is wearing a shirt which he wore in another older picture he sent to me that I cannot post as it would reveal his location and put him in danger.

This shirt matches the one that Kavuma wore in the picture above where he hold a piece of paper with his name.

Identification

Kavuma has shared with me a printed copy of his UNHCR identification. The Identification matches his name and facial identification. He cannot share this identification publicly.

Association

@ashleymilesphil Has said he knows Kavuma and Kavuma knows ashley.

@lgbtqiacommunitykakuma1 has said they know Kavuma. And Kavuma has said they know them aswell.

@lawrence86sworld was confused as to who Kavuma was at first but after I shared their tumblr to them they recognized Kavuma and said they know him.

As more evidence comes out this post will be updated, to view older versions of this post look at previous reblogs.

[kavuma--blog]

So I came to realize something about myself not so long ago, and since today is Trans Day of Visibility I thought it was the perfect occasion for this!

So here, I'm actually NB and prefer to go by they/them or it/its! Thanks everyone for your support, and happy TDOV! ^^

[kavuma--blog]

Urgent Assistance Needed!!!!

Kavuma (@kavuma--blog) has asked me to make him a post to spread awareness of his current situation. He is struggling and needs access to money to afford food.

American Aid has been cut because of the Trump administration and the already insufficient support the refugee camp was giving people has gotten worse.

You can see evidence of his legitimacy here

[kavuma--blog]

[kavuma--blog]

[kavuma--blog]

More Fundraisers I'm Boosting

Kavuma Abdallah is a gay Ugandan refugee in need of donations for basic necessities. His blog is here and he has raised $623 USD of $10,000 as of 02/13/25. ⬆️$130 since 01/04/25.

Ahmed and Raneen need aid for themselves and their child. $11,089 USD raised of $20,000.

F. Bulsuwa is trans and needs funds for their basic necessities, as well. So far, their fundraiser has raised €4,510 out of €5,000 as of 02/13/25. ⬆️€235 since 01/04/25.

Ashley Phil is another Ugandan refugee experiencing discrimination due to being part of the LGBTQ+ community. She is in need of funds for basic necessities and has raised $3,546 USD of $10,000 as of 02/13/25. ⬆️$1,565 since 01/04/25.

Sobhi Nahed is a young man in Gaza providing for his mother, younger brothers, and little sister. He needs funds to get food and other necessities for them and has raised $2,558 USD out of $5,000 as of 02/13/25 . ⬆️$297 since 01/04/25.

[kavuma--blog]

From Uganda to Uncertainty: My Ongoing Struggle for Safety and Survival

To my dear queer family and allies,

I never imagined that my life would take such a painful turn. I was born and raised in Uganda, my home, but I was forced to leave when my community discovered my sexuality. The very people I grew up with—neighbors, friends, and even some family members—turned against me. The hostility became unbearable, and I had no choice but to flee in search of safety.

My first refuge was Kenya, but instead of finding peace, my suffering only intensified. I faced discrimination, threats, and violence. The reality hit me hard: there was no safe place for me there either. Once again, I was forced to leave, seeking safety in another country.

Though I managed to escape mob violence in Uganda and Kenya, my struggle did not end. Every day is a battle for survival. Hunger is a constant companion. Getting clean drinking water is a daily challenge. Finding enough food is a struggle. And with no stable job opportunities, earning money to buy basic necessities—food, water, clothes—feels nearly impossible. Even within refugee communities, discrimination follows me because I am unapologetically myself.

The situation has become even worse since USAID reduced its funding. With UNHCR facing financial limitations, support for refugees like me has drastically decreased. The little assistance available is stretched thin, leaving many of us in desperate conditions.

Despite everything, I remain hopeful because of the kindness of those who have stood with me. To everyone who has donated to my fundraiser, I am deeply grateful. Your generosity has given me moments of relief in an otherwise difficult journey. To those who are in a position to help, please consider donating. If you are unable to contribute financially, sharing my story can still make a huge difference.

As a queer community, we often say we are brothers and sisters—we stand for each other. Now, more than ever, I need that solidarity. I need you to help me survive.

Please, share my story, amplify my voice, and, if you can, support my fundraiser. Together, we can prove that even in the darkest of times, we are never alone.

[kavuma--blog]

QUEER SOLIDARITY

Kavuma Abdullah ( @kavumas-blog ) is a queer refugee from Uganda. He had to flee to Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya to escape homophobia. In Kakuma he was assaulted for his sexuality and his shelter was burnt down by homophobes. He is now in a different refugee camp.

YOU CAN HELP

Caitlin Zornes has kindly set up a gofundme for Kavuma. She will send him donations via WorldRemit. He is struggling with food and needs financial aid.

Legitimacy?

I have provided evidence here:

Thank you for reading this far through, I understand not everyone can donate. If you want to support Kavuma in other ways you can reblog, share his posts, share his gofundme to your friends or to other social media etc. I hope you can help, even in that small a way, thank you.

[kavuma--blog]

Portrait of a Young Woman, Jean-Etienne Liotard 

Girl with a Pearl Earring, Johannes Vermeer 

[kavuma--blog]

From Uganda to Uncertainty: My Ongoing Struggle for Safety and Survival

To my dear queer family and allies,

I never imagined that my life would take such a painful turn. I was born and raised in Uganda, my home, but I was forced to leave when my community discovered my sexuality. The very people I grew up with—neighbors, friends, and even some family members—turned against me. The hostility became unbearable, and I had no choice but to flee in search of safety.

My first refuge was Kenya, but instead of finding peace, my suffering only intensified. I faced discrimination, threats, and violence. The reality hit me hard: there was no safe place for me there either. Once again, I was forced to leave, seeking safety in another country.

Though I managed to escape mob violence in Uganda and Kenya, my struggle did not end. Every day is a battle for survival. Hunger is a constant companion. Getting clean drinking water is a daily challenge. Finding enough food is a struggle. And with no stable job opportunities, earning money to buy basic necessities—food, water, clothes—feels nearly impossible. Even within refugee communities, discrimination follows me because I am unapologetically myself.

The situation has become even worse since USAID reduced its funding. With UNHCR facing financial limitations, support for refugees like me has drastically decreased. The little assistance available is stretched thin, leaving many of us in desperate conditions.

Despite everything, I remain hopeful because of the kindness of those who have stood with me. To everyone who has donated to my fundraiser, I am deeply grateful. Your generosity has given me moments of relief in an otherwise difficult journey. To those who are in a position to help, please consider donating. If you are unable to contribute financially, sharing my story can still make a huge difference.

As a queer community, we often say we are brothers and sisters—we stand for each other. Now, more than ever, I need that solidarity. I need you to help me survive.

Please, share my story, amplify my voice, and, if you can, support my fundraiser. Together, we can prove that even in the darkest of times, we are never alone.

[kavuma--blog]

A while back my pharmacist saw my deadname on my profile and accidentially called it out, he corrected and deleted my deadname from the system so only my preferred name shows up now. There was a crowd of people behind me, so as he hands over the pills he apologized, in equal tone and volume as when he called my deadname and lied saying it's been a long day and he didn't mean to call out -his own- name. I quietly told him it was fine and he didn't need to do that for my sake.

His response: "No, it's my name now."

I went to the pharmacist yesterday, his nametag is my deadname. He informed me he's immigrating and in the process he's changed his first name to my deadname to have an English sounding name. That's why he's now able to get a reprint of his nametag to be my deadname. And repeated, with the intense seriousness of someone who is going to die on this hill: "It's mine now. Not yours. I'm taking." His tone indicated that decision is final.

Bro literally deadnamed me once, and has committed to flat out stealing my deadname. It's his now. Legally. Officially. I over heard his co-workers call him by the name.

[kavuma--blog]

A few more joyful things from 1st and 2nd days of marriage equality in Thailand 💗❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

Photos of happy couples: