Asylum, Is It for Me?

This virtual session, led by HIAS staff, focuses on LGBTQIA+ individuals and survivors of gender-based violence considering asylum. Learn about the process, your rights, and how to protect your identity.

This virtual session includes a Question and Answer session, anonymity tools (VPN guidance, name changes), and a downloadable resource guide.

Register Here to join us via Zoom.

You can also submit questions by email, in advance of the event.

Workshop Facilitators

• Nathan Gargan, Esq.
  Senior Staff attorney at HIAS in New York.
  In this role, Nathan provides direct representation to refugees, asylum seekers, and forcibly displaced persons
• Cynthia G. Katz, Esq
  Managing Attorney in the New York Office at HIAS who primarily represents asylum seekers fleeing persecution, survivors of violent crimes, and individuals seeking humanitarian protection and other forms of relief.
• Professor Tuvi Voorhees, Workshop Moderator

If you have any questions, contact Professor Brian Kelley at bkelley@bmcc.cuny.edu.

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