Against the Tide: Your Solidarity in Action

As the fight for LGBTQI+ rights intensifies worldwide, Rainbow Railroad continues to respond with urgency, resilience, and unwavering commitment. Your Solidarity in Action: Against the Tide highlights the impact of our work over the past months, the challenges we face, and the crucial role of our supporters in advancing our mission. Download the full report here, or read it below.

This report reflects on a pivotal Pride season, where we witnessed both an increase in anti-LGBTQI+ sentiment and a groundswell of solidarity. With over 7,900 requests for help since January—more than 1,000 of those during Pride month alone—our work has never been more urgent.

What You’ll Find in This Report:

• Celebrating Resilience: A reflection on Pride as a moment of protest, celebration, and mobilization for LGBTQI+ liberation.
• Giovanni’s Story: The inspiring journey of the first LGBTQI+ refugee resettled in the U.S. under the Welcome Corps and Rainbow Railroad partnership.
• Spotlight on Crisis Response: Our urgent efforts to assist LGBTQI+ people facing persecution in Russia and other high-risk regions.
• Championing Our Cause in NYC: How dedicated donors and supporters are expanding our impact and awareness in key communities.

As we approach a crucial election in the U.S. and navigate an increasingly unstable global landscape, our mission is clear: to ensure more LGBTQI+ people find the safety they deserve. Your continued support fuels this vital work.