2SLGBTQ+ newcomers say hatred, homophobia persist in their cultural communities
Being an immigrant and 2SLGBTQ+ can be isolating within the queer community. But some say they also face isolation, hate and homophobia within their own cultural communities.
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![Tahmid Esham says he distanced himself from his Bangladeshi community and the wider South Asian community as he never felt accepted for his identity. He says as more newcomers make Canada their home, more education and awareness around 2SLGBTQ+ culture is needed. A South Asian man dressing up in drag in front of mirror.](https://i.cbc.ca/1.7240279.1718835475!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_620/tahmid-esham-june-19-2024.jpg)
Being an immigrant and 2SLGBTQ+ can be isolating within the queer community. But some say they also face isolation, hate and homophobia within their own cultural communities.