MISTI would like to make sure you understand these challenges and risks when going abroad so you can make the best informed decision for your personal well-being. MIT has resources to provide this information via your country program manager, the MIT program manager for International Safety and Security, Todd Holmes (tholmes [at] mit.edu (tholmes[at]mit[dot]edu)) and the LGBTQ Center (lbgt [at] mit.edu (lbgt[at]mit[dot]edu)). We welcome you to raise any concerns with us.
Some useful sites:
- US Department of State: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/go/lgbt.html
- 76 Crimes: https://76crimes.com/
- International Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Intersex Association
- @MIT: LGBTQ Center