#EndLGBTDetention – Freedom. Safety. Dignity.

A national campaign by OURS IN THE USA advocating for the release and protection of LGBTQI+ asylum seekers held in U.S. immigration detention centers.

What Is #EndLGBTDetention?

#EndLGBTDetention is an advocacy and humanitarian initiative led by OURS IN THE USA to expose human rights violations faced by LGBTQI+ migrants in U.S. immigration detention centers.
We document cases, provide legal and moral support to detainees, and raise awareness among media, lawmakers, and international organizations.

50+ LGBTQI+ asylum seekers supported by OURS IN THE USA.
Dozens of advocacy letters sent to ICE and U.S. courts.
Reports presented to the United Nations and human rights institutions.
Campaign recognized by local and international partners.

Why We Fight

LGBTQI+ migrants fleeing persecution often face renewed trauma in U.S. detention facilities — including harassment, isolation, medical neglect, and psychological abuse.
Our mission is to bring visibility to these injustices and push for real systemic change.

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Legal Advocacy

We collaborate with immigration attorneys, paralegals, and human rights defenders to secure the release of LGBTQI+ detainees and support their asylum cases.

Public Awareness

Through media, film, and storytelling, we amplify the voices of those affected and mobilize community action across the United States.

Humanitarian Support

We assist detainees and recently released individuals with housing, food, and emergency aid while they rebuild their lives in safety.

Expert Reports

OURS IN THE USA prepares expert reports and research materials used in U.S. immigration courts and human rights advocacy.
These documents provide verified information about the persecution of LGBTQI+ people in Russia and the conditions faced by LGBTQI+ migrants in U.S. detention centers.

A comprehensive human rights report on violations and discrimination faced by LGBTQI+ migrants in U.S. immigration detention centers.
The report was presented to the UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights in Russia and is used by attorneys and organizations advocating for the end of LGBTQI+ detention.

Author: OURS IN THE USA
Published: April 2025

An expert report documenting systemic persecution, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ individuals in the Russian Federation.
This document is widely used in U.S. asylum proceedings to provide verified context and evidence of persecution.

Author: Dmitrii Tur, President of OURS IN THE USA
Published: March 2025

You Can Make a Difference

Change begins with awareness and solidarity.   Join the movement to support LGBTQI+ asylum seekers – by volunteering, donating, or amplifying their stories.

Partner With Us

We collaborate with NGOs, journalists, law offices, and community organizations to advocate for policy change and provide direct aid to LGBTQI+ detainees.