Kimahli Powell

In this conversation, Kimahli Powell, the Executive Director of Rainbow Railroad, details the organization’s vital work in helping LGBTQ+ individuals escape persecution. He shares heartbreaking stories of people fleeing from countries with anti-LGBTQ+ laws, particularly the plight of Chechen men fleeing purges. Powell illustrates the interplay of LGBTQ+ issues within the global refugee crisis and emphasizes the hope and resilience of those fighting for justice. Listeners gain insight into how they can support these courageous efforts.