Dear friends–
Uganda's new anti-LGBT+ law was just signed by the President.
The law will come into force in less than 15 days, so we must act now.
Donate to help fund urgent needs like relocation and security for LGBT+ Ugandans.
The passing of this law means:
- Anyone convicted of participating in same-sex acts between adults will face life in prison;
- Anyone "promoting homosexuality" will face 20 years in prison;
- Those who allow their premises to be used for "acts of homosexuality" face 7 years;
- Those who "fail to report acts of homosexuality" could face 5 years;
- And those charged with "aggravated homosexuality" face the death penalty.
I am therefore calling on All Out members to come together during this urgent time to help keep our friends and partners in Uganda safe.
We need you to make an emergency donation today.
Your donation will help pay for the emergency relocation costs of multiple LGBT+ community groups facing an influx of violence and threats. It will help pay for shelter, food, medication and psychological support.
For nearly two months now, the mere debate around this law has unleashed a wave of moral panic and mob violence. LGBT+ people are being forced out of their homes, beaten, and raped.
The passing of this law is only going to make the situation even more dangerous.
All Out is partnering with trusted Ugandan partners and activists to help fund an emergency response program that will relocate those most at risk. We've already sent tens of thousands of dollars directly to those organizing these efforts.
This is why the All Out movement exists. Let's show the Ugandan LGBT+ movement that we are still with them and support them.
Thanks for going All Out,MattExecutive Director, All Out
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