ABOUT US 

CASA DE LUZ is a collective house open to LBGTQ+ refugees who left their home country in search of a better life.

We provide a safe haven for people who fear persecution because of their sexual orientation.

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Trans, lesbian, gay & bisexual people are fleeing El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala to escape “epidemic levels of violence” and threats by criminal gangs and security forces. Over 1,300 were killed in the past 5 years.

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These are the most vulnerable refugees entering the US.

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What We Do

Housing & meals: as a collective house we provide a safe home, nutritious meals, community and emotional support, along with life essential needs to LBGTQ+ refugees.

 

Legal Services: We have created a network with pro-bono immigration lawyers who can assist in the asylum process.

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Community Empowerment

We often host workshops on various topics related to asylum seekers. These topics include:

  • Getting ready for your asylum application

  • Health & nutrition

  • STD prevention

  • Recovery from violence & abuse

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Who We Serve

We serve the LBGTQ+ community. This group is most often the most vulnerable of all the migrants and refugees as they receive no police protection and no acceptance by their family, friends or community. Central American countries like El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala have seen over 1,300 LBGTQ+ killed by gangs, family or police force.

Policy Advocacy

We advocate for the human rights of refugees, and improved immigration policies

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Our Partners 

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