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Take action. Support LGBTQ+ Russians.

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Take action. Support LGBTQ+ Russians.

* Take action. Support LGBTQ+ Russians. * Take action. Support LGBTQ+ Russians.

In November 2023, the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation labeled the “international LGBT movement” as “extremist.”

Human rights defenders see this act as an effort to add to the anti-Western narrative that fuels Russian President Vladimir Putin’s power.

LGBTQ+ Russians — including artists like Gena Marvin — who speak up in defiance of the laws and/or leadership of their country are leaving Russia for their safety and security and to be able to continue to shine a light on government-led injustice. Many of those who choose to stay in the country are becoming increasingly isolated; many feel the need to hide their queer identity.

The QUEENDOM team is doing what we can to support organizations that provide aid to queer Russians — both those who must leave and those who stay — as well as Russian artists who are in living in exile after speaking up in defiance of the Russian Federation.

What Can You Do?

  • Follow QUEENDOM on Instagram and get involved when we share calls to action.

    Repost our calls to action to share them with your friends.

  • Learn what Human Rights Watch had to say about the Russian Supreme Court decision to label the LGBTQ+ community in Russia as an extremist movement — and what that means.

    Understand how Russia's legislation banning "non-traditional sexual relationships propaganda" affects LGBTQ+ Russians, as explained by lawyers at Coming Out.

    Read Coming Out's Report on the Life of LGBTQ+ People in Russia in 2023.

    Share what you've learned with others.

  • Request a screening of QUEENDOM at your school, for your organization, or in your community.

    Does your organization serve the LGBTQ+ community? Request a free screening.

  • Coming Out helps LGBTQ+ people feel safer in Russia. DONATE to help Coming Out to cover legal services so every queer person in Russia has a friendly defender by their side when they need them.

    Queer Svit is a black queer-run team of volunteers that help LGBTQ+ and BAME from Ukraine, Russia, Belarus and other EECA countries whose lives have been affected by war and/or political repressions get to safety. DONATE to enable them to provide direct support and help with relocation.

    SOS helps LGBTQ+ Russians who are in danger to leave the country — quickly and safely. DONATE to help pay SOS for temporary housing and travel costs associated with evacuation.