Join the Coalition

Membership Participation

Membership in the Coalition is intended to allow organizations and individuals to access a network of LGBTQI+ refugee-serving organizations to share resources, skills and knowledge with one another.

How individuals or organizations engage with the coalition is self-directed, with the possibility of being more or less involved and hands-on. We recognize that some individuals and organizations may have less capacity and resources at their disposal, which may limit their ability to meaningfully participate in the activities of the coalition. Where possible, we endeavor to lift barriers and create a stronger and more accessible coalition for all members.

We have created a set of well-being guidelines that outline some of the expectations we hold each other to in coalition spaces. These guidelines can be viewed HERE.

Value to Members:

  • Participate in the Coalition’s regional and national gatherings
  • Participate in annual visioning and planning work for the broader membership
  • Bring forward concerns/issues to the coalition for additional support
  • Support our work in mobilization and advocacy, including attending advocacy mentorship meetings every other month to learn more about how we advocate and to whom.
  • Propose, co-lead, and participate in Coalition projects, grants, or interest-based groups.
  • Be part of a national network, receive regular updates and opportunities to engage in the work.

Download Membership Handbook

Membership Criteria

Interested individuals, organizations, and collectives who meet the criteria can apply to become members. The criteria is as follows:

  • Alignment with Coalition’s mission, vision, and guiding principles
  • Engagement in one of our four priority areas (overseas protection, inland protection, resettlement, and settlement & integration)
  • Organizations led by 2SLGBTQIA+ people and people with lived experience as refugees and newcomers.

Apply for membership

The From Borders To Belonging Membership committee reviews applications monthly and makes recommendations to the Steering Committee. It may take 4-6 weeks to hear back about your membership application.

Of the 4 From Borders To Belonging Priority Areas, which one(s) reflect your work? 
Do you have lived experience as LGBTQI+? 
Do you have lived experience of forced displacement, refugee protection or migration? 
Please check any of the following committees or caucuses you are interested in joining

Participation depends on committee needs.

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