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We Are
LGBTQ+ Immigrants
RUSA LGBTQ+ is a New York City community-based nonprofit organization of Eurasian LGBTQ+ people, women, and other people with intersectional identities and their allies. In solidarity with other grassroots groups, RUSA builds the power of people to change unjust policies, discriminatory societal attitudes, and oppressive ideologies to create a more equitable world.
Our story
RUSA LGBTQ+ was founded in 2008 to create a safe space for LGBTQ+ immigrants from the countries of the former Soviet Union. RUSA, a community-based group, registered as a formal 501(c)3 nonprofit organization in 2022.
RUSA LGBTQ+ unites LGBTQ+ immigrants, asylum seekers, refugees, and allies in the United States who came from Ukraine, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Armenia, and other Eurasian countries.
RUSA LGBTQ+ provides informational support and mutual aid to asylum seekers and other immigrants in the United States and organizes events to build a stronger community of LGBTQ+ immigrants and allies and increase the acceptance and inclusion of LGBTQ+ people worldwide.
Upcoming events
Календарь событий
Wed, Dec 04Dec 04, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMUnited Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USADec 04, 2024, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PMUnited Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USAПриглашаем вас на легендарный балет NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet “Щелкунчик". Если вы не успеете забронировать бесплатный билет-y вас будет возможность воспользоваться промокодом COIN, который даст вам скидку 15% https://unitedpalace.boletosexpress.com/nutcracker/75443
Sat, Dec 07Dec 07, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PMDirtbag ArtHaus, 229 Cook St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA
Thu, Dec 12Dec 12, 2024, 6:00 PM1561 Bedford Ave, 1561 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USADec 12, 2024, 6:00 PM1561 Bedford Ave, 1561 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USAМы рады пригласить вас на особую встречу, организованную RUSA LGBTQ+ совместно с Institute of Career Continuity, для русскоязычного ЛГБТ-сообщества Нью-Йорка! Специальным гостем мероприятия будет Ирина Кокурина, директор Institute of Career Continuity.
Dec 14, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMZoomСпасибо за интерес к группе поддержки "peer-to-peer". Эта группа создана для моральной и психологической помощи по принципу "равный-равному", для обмена полезными ресурсами, для общения и адаптации. Заполните форму: https://forms.monday.com/forms/7bcb691e5cfa7a1a27851836a73928bd
Sat, Dec 14Dec 14, 2024, 8:00 PM – Dec 15, 2024, 12:00 AMVVBAR, 325 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019, USADec 14, 2024, 8:00 PM – Dec 15, 2024, 12:00 AMVVBAR, 325 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019, USA🎄🕎🎉 It's time to celebrate all the winter holidays with our amazing community! For 10+ years, this has been one of our most exciting and beloved events! Let’s celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, Kwanzaa, and everything in between—all in one magical night!
Wed, Dec 18Dec 18, 2024, 6:00 PM86 St, Brooklyn, NY 11209, USA
Fri, Dec 20Dec 20, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMPier 57, 25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USADec 20, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMPier 57, 25 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011, USAНаша постоянная встреча коммюнити будет проведена совместно с иммиграционным юристов Наталией Гавлин, которая расскажет о своем опыте в этой сфере и ответит на ваши вопросы. Так же будет вкусная еда и приятное общение и знакомство с другими членами нашего коммюнити.
Sat, Dec 21Dec 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMBuck-It Sports Bar and Grill, 1039 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224, USADec 21, 2024, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMBuck-It Sports Bar and Grill, 1039 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224, USAПриглашаем всех на праздничный драг бранч, который проводится нашим координатором Maxxxim в уютном Пуэрто Риканском спортс баре и ресторане в Кони Айленде! Будет музыка, живые выступления, вкусная еда и напитки. Ждем всех!
Thu, Jan 09Jan 09, 2025, 6:00 PM1561 Bedford Ave, 1561 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USAJan 09, 2025, 6:00 PM1561 Bedford Ave, 1561 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USAУзнайте, как составить идеальное резюме и уверенно пройти собеседование! Ведущая встречи — Яэль Демедецкая, опытная активистка и эксперт по трудоустройству. Вас ждут советы, как правильно представить свои навыки и избежать ошибок. Присоединяйтесь, чтобы сделать первый шаг к успешной карьере!
Getting ID Documents in New York
•IDNYC
Application for IDNYC card
•Learner Permit (Learner's driving license)
•Non-Driver ID Card
Learning & Practicing English Language
Social support
•Temporary Housing Shelters
•Free Meals
•Financial Assistance
•Public Transportation
•Communication
Rental Housing & Tenant Rights
Health & Medicine
•Physical and Mental Health
•Emergency Assistance
Education
•Adult Education Centers
•Schools for Children
•Scholarships and Grants for Education
Employment and professional training
•Work Authorization
•Professional training
•Small Business Assistance
Legal Assistance
•Legal Services
•Form Preparation
•Information
Tax filing
Safety resources
LGBTQ+ Resources
Volunteer Opportunities
Commit to change by pledging a monthly donation
Dependable regular donations allow RUSA to plan and implement long-term programs that have lasting positive effects on LGBTQ+ asylum-seekers and refugees in the United States.
However small or large, it's the regularity of your contribution that holds the most power.
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