In this emotionally charged episode of Echo of the Unheard,host Senada Sokollu speaks with Kamil Safin, a queer and Muslim individual who courageously left Russia to live in Germany. Kamil shares his survival tactics growing up in a hostile environment, the struggles with internalizedhomophobia, and the cultural complexities of balancing multiple identities. Active with Munich Kyiv Queer, Kamil discusses his work helping LGBTQ+ refugees and reflects on his ongoing journey toward self-acceptance and advocacy. Thispoignant conversation sheds light on issues of safety, trust, and the resilience needed to navigate life as a queer person in a repressive society.