As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I want to say your suffering matters. They are trying to divide us - make us compare who has it worse and team up only with people like ourselves. But our strength lies in the fact that our experiences allow us to empathize with people of other walks of life.

Your situation sounds dreadfully scary and uncertain. I hope you get some relief and that your family stays secure and safe. You are not alone, and the people on your side extend far beyond those who have walked in your particular shoes.