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HomeArsham2024-04-02T17:14:39-04:00
INTERNATIONAL RAILROAD FOR QUEER REFUGEES

At IRQR we passionately support the rights and safety of LGBTQ+ refugees to
facilitate their journey to Canada.

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WELCOME TO IRQR

IRQR expresses profound gratitude to its supporters for enabling its mission to
aid LGBTQ+ refugees in Türkiye, offering essential support and empowering
individuals to rebuild their lives. Through raising awareness and amplifying
voices, IRQR envisions a world where LGBTQ+ individuals can live authentically
and without fear. The organization collaborates closely with Marjan Foundation
to sponsor refugees to come to Canada, expanding its reach and providing
additional avenues for safety. Acknowledging the challenging reality facing
refugees in Türkiye, IRQR emphasizes the importance of ongoing support in light
of prolonged waiting periods for resettlement. The dedication of its team,
volunteers, donors, and partners drives IRQR’s mission toward a more inclusive
and compassionate world.

Arsham Parsi



Founder and Executive Director


OUR STORY

IRQR was born on October 8th, 2008, as a Federal non-for-profit organization
after Arsham, Gilles, Johanne, and Paul came together in an effort to
collectively fight for queer human rights in Iran. Their urgent target
population in mind were people who had to escape Iran in fear of their safety
based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. Türkiye has been a popular
destination for this group where they first arrive to seek asylum through United
Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).

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OUR MISSION

Our mission is to relieve poverty for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,
queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) refugees who are victims of human rights
abuse and fled Iran because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.

They mostly live in Türkiye and we support them by providing the basic
necessities of life. In our efforts to relieve poverty we also sponsor them and
provide financial aid and resettlement assistance to them.

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OUR EFFORTS

Since 2008 IRQR has supported and empowered asylum seekers and refugees in
Türkiye through IRQR’s fieldworks and discussion sessions while they wait to
arrive at a safe third country and start a new chapter in their lives.

Most of our projects run through our sister organization, Marjan Foundation
where we offer Private Sponsorship Program to eligible candidates and frequently
travel to various cities in Türkiye to remain in contact with our target
audience.

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SUPPORT IRQR


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IRQR is a registered charity and we depends on your donations to smoothly run
our operations. Your money makes our vision come true.

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FUNDRAISE

Organizing fundraising events to encourage your families, friends, and
colleagues is a great way to support IRQR and give refugees a new chance at
life.

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VOLUNTEER

Your personal contribution can positively impact the life of queer refugees
and/or asylum seekers by raising awareness in the society and your own networks.

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AWARDS

Arsham Parsi, was honored with the esteemed Felipa de Souza Award by the New
York-based International Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Commission (IGLHRC). This
accolade recognized his unwavering commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ rights and
equality.

Arsham Parsi’s tireless advocacy work earned him the prestigious Pride Toronto
Award for Excellence in Human Rights. This recognition celebrated his
significant contributions to promoting inclusivity and social justice within the
LGBTQ+ community.

Arsham Parsi’s groundbreaking efforts were acknowledged internationally when he
received the Trailblazer Award from Logo TV in New York, USA. This esteemed
recognition highlighted his pioneering role in championing LGBTQ+ rights on a
global scale.

Arsham Parsi’s legacy shines through two notable exhibits: the Canadian Human
Rights Journey and Canada’s LGBT Human Rights display at the Canadian Museum for
Human Rights in Winnipeg, Manitoba. These showcases highlight his pivotal role
in advancing LGBTQ+ rights narratives in Canada and globally.


NEWS


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 * TWO LESBIANS HAVE BEEN SENTENCED TO DEATH IN IRAN


 * IRAN CONDEMNS TWO WOMEN TO DEATH FOR ‘CORRUPTION’ OVER LGBTQ+ MEDIA LINKS


 * IRQR FOUNDER ARSHAM PARSI COMES TO FLORIDA ADVOCATING FOR LGBTQ REFUGEES


INTERNATIONAL RAILROAD FOR QUEER REFUGEES




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