Marianella and Ana Claudia Casmon arrived in Australia in 2018 after receiving threats in Peru connected to launching a charity supporting young LGBTQ Peruvians. Multiple outlets report that the founders say the backlash escalated to severe intimidation, including allegations that people tried to burn down their office. The articles describe how the threats prompted them to relocate, framing their move as a response to safety concerns rather than a planned career shift. They are presented as continuing their work after coming to Australia, with attention drawn to the risks faced by LGBTQ advocates and the potential for hostile reactions to community-focused initiatives. The reporting is centered on the founders’ account of the pressure and danger they encountered, while also highlighting the broader context of threats against LGBTQ activism. The sources agree on the timeline of arrival and the nature of the threats, but differ in how much broader context or additional details they provide beyond the founders’ experiences.
Peruvian LGBTQ charity founders describe threats after relocating to Australia
Marianella and Ana Claudia Casmon arrived in Australia in 2018 after receiving threats in Peru connected to launching a charity supporting young LGBTQ Peruvians. Multiple outlets report that the found...
- Marianella and Ana Claudia Casmon come to Australia in 2018.
- They say they received threats in Peru after launching a charity for young LGBTQ Peruvians.
- The threats allegedly included attempts to burn down their office.
- Their relocation is described as a response to safety concerns.
- The reports focus on their account of backlash against LGBTQ-related community work.
Marianella and Ana Claudia Casmon came to Australia in 2018 after they received threats when they launched a charity supporting young LGBTQ Peruvians.
3 months agoMarianella and Ana Claudia Casmon came to Australia in 2018 after they received threats when they launched a charity supporting young LGBTQ Peruvians.
3 months agoMarianella and Ana Claudia Casmon came to Australia in 2018 after they received threats when they launched a charity supporting young LGBTQ Peruvians.
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