Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders

New England's leading legal rights organization dedicated to ending discrimination based on
sexual orientation, HIV status and gender identity and expression.

Rights & Resources Immigration

Immigration

Immigration law can be bewilderingly complex and stressful. Though this area is not the primary focus of GLAD's work, it can effect LGBT and HIV-positive people in dramatic ways. Because of this, GLAD makes every effort to provide people with resources and connections with experts in the field.

At a Glance

LGBT and HIV-positive individuals often experience unique difficulties when dealing with the immigration system. At best, the system is poorly designed to accommodate and serve the needs of GLAD’s community. At worst, it is overtly and deliberately hostile.

Current immigration policy creates barriers for people with HIV and puts obstacles in the way of LGBT bi-national families trying to stay together, even as it gives a leg up to other families.

Immigration: Information for Your State

Specific laws can vary
greatly from state to state

For more information, please visit a state page:

GLAD's Work On Immigration

From the Docket

Kadri v. Mukasey

Pending

GLAD joined an amicus brief in this immigration/asylum case at the US… Read More

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Legislation

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News

GLAD Joins Amicus Brief in Immigration/Asylum Case

April 30, 2008

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