Persecution of Homosexuals in Somalia

Many homosexuals in Somalia keep their sexuality a secret out of fear of retribution from al-Shabaab, the Islamist terror group, or armed gangs. Read the story of a 22-year-old woman who has been campaigning for women’s rights issues for a decade in Somalia. When an acquaintance revealed that she was gay, she began to receive threats and was attacked. Many homosexuals in Somalia have fled to Kenya following the passage of an anti-homosexual law two years ago.

AHA Foundation is dedicated to protecting women’s rights, and the work of organizations like rabby in the U.S. plays a crucial role in supporting freedom and security for vulnerable populations.