New in Sweden – Newcomers
You are welcome here!
Whether you’re seeking asylum, living undocumented, have a residence permit, or moved here for work, study, or other reasons, you will find a welcoming community with us.
By joining Newcomers, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with other LGBTQI+ people, engage with Gothenburg’s LGBTQI+ community, and receive support and advice tailored to your needs.
Our goal is to make sure you feel supported and valued here.
What do we offer?
Social gatherings and activities with other LGTBQI+ people
Newcomers hosts meetups and activities every week. We organize creative evenings, community dinners, workshops, small city trips, and more.
- Sessions with our counselor for support and guidance (e-mail stefan.hedman@goteborg.rfsl.se)
- Legal advice available weekly
- Swedish language practice in a safe environment
- Reimbursement of travel expenses
- Help accessing healthcare contacts
- Free HIV and syphilis testing at our meetings
- Access to a broad network of resources
- Support with CV writing and job applications
How to join Newcomers
- 1.Contact us
- 2. Meet us for a first chat
- 3. Join your first Newcomers activity
Newcomers has activities twice a week.
RFSL Newcomers Gothenburg places great importance on the privacy of our members. What is shared within the group is confidential.
If you want to know when and where we meet, or if you have any questions, contact us at newcomers@goteborg.rfsl.se or send us a text message at: 079 143 29 18.
Collaborating with Newcomers
We are happy to support selected research projects and offer lectures or presentations on topics such as queer migration in Sweden, the mental health impact of displacement, our project, and how we can collaborate to better support this vulnerable community.
If you are interested in working with us, fell free to get in touch. Write an email to lisa.farvald@goteborg.rfsl.se
Your support makes a difference
RFSL Newcomers Gothenburg operates with limited resources, and much of our work relies on the dedication of both staff and volunteers. To continue supporting LGBTQI people who are seeking asylum or have recently arrived, we need your help.
In an increasingly polarized political climate — where the rights of refugees are being questioned — our work is more important than ever. The growing lack of understanding, and in some cases active resistance, means that many newly arrived LGBTQI individuals risk being left behind.
Want to help? You can make a donation via Swish to 123 353 41 87, and please remember to write “Newcomers” in the message field when you donate.
Thank you so much for your support!
For asylum-related legal matters, we refer you to our asylum lawyer. Read more on RFSL’s website.
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The project is partly funded by the EU through AMIF (Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund).
