Micro Rainbow CIC - Essex Community Foundation

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Micro Rainbow CIC

Micro Rainbow provides information, advice, and support to people within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI) community, including refugees who have migrated to the UK for their safety.

Alongside running safehouses for LGBTQI asylum seekers, they operate a social inclusion programme to help people build friendships and reduce isolation through one-to-one support and group sessions. They also provide employability, benefits, and immigration support to help LGBTQI refugees integrate into their new home. Our support has funded the running costs for the safe houses and the salary of an outreach officer. This provides a safe space for people that have similar experiences to access essential services and educational opportunities, giving them a better chance to thrive, and reducing the risks of homelessness or exclusion.