In this episode, we speak with journalist and author Sadiya Ansari about her recent reporting on the experiences of queer migrants in Kenya.
Sadiya produced the short documentary “Why LGBTQ+ refugees no longer want to stay in Kenya” and wrote an in-depth report for Context News, examining the challenges LGBTQ+ refugees face after fleeing persecution in their home countries.
In our conversation, Sadiya discusses the social, economic, and legal barriers that queer migrants encounter in Kenya — including discrimination in housing, employment, and access to protection. She also reflects on the broader patterns of migration and displacement, and how systemic factors contribute to ongoing insecurity for LGBTQ+ refugees.
Sadiya Ansari’s work focuses on human rights, migration, and diaspora communities. You can learn more about her projects at sadiyaansari.com.
Read her full report for Context News here: context.news/socioeconomic-inclusion/long-read/weve-lost-so-many-lives-lgbtq-refugees-are-giving-up-on-kenya
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