Journal of Other Forum Analysis (Volume II, Issue 1)

[Alpacx]

Need Advice for the Future - No Longer Feel Safe

Sonicfan1373:

Hi Era, so I am a Canadian that was originally born in the Middle East and moved to Canada; my parents and I legally immigrated here when I was very young (My parents and I have been Canadian Citizens for a long time now) . After the US election results and following what is happening in places in Europe. I no longer feel safe in the West. I am in the LGBTQ community and going back to the place I was born is not an option (along with a number of other reasons). I have expressed my anxiety and feelings to my partner, friends and family. All of the have told me that I am safe and not to worry and that nothing bad will happen in Canada. I worry everyday because of the rise of ethno nationalism (especially now that X has turned into a far-right mouth piece), the increased racism towards people from Middle Eastern Countries in the US/Canada but especially Europe where the far-right has now thrown the term remigration into the mainstream (and these things do spread thanks to Social Media), and we now have to worry about Trump following up on his jib on Canada becoming a 51st state or his 25% tariff (which will further decimate Canada's weak economy, and potentially drive extremism). I should also mention that I do have an anxiety disorder as well and I suppose that makes things even worse (I have not been able to sleep properly for a few months and I have lost weight and a quite depressed). But I have read about genocides and the Holocaust, and I know the depravity people can be capable of. I am not sure if I am over-reacting or if my concerns are warranted.

At this point I am looking at options of where to escape to around the world (Golden Visas). I have considered the Philippines permanent residence programs through investment (this would be ideal given that is the country of origin of my Partner and many of my friends), but I am also looking at Malaysia and Indonesia (I would have conceal my LGBTQ identity in these places). Similarly, there are some Caribbean island nations offering Golden Visa opportunities, but I fear these are too expensive and they are a bit too close to the US. Regardless of where I go to, I plan on seldom leaving the house and mainly just communicating with friends and my partner.

My plan is to save up as much as I can from my job (unfortunately I do not make too much and the low Canadian dollar does not help matters much either) and maybe start a side business. I have a BA degree in Psychology which is not really worth much and I am currently in a Purchasing role at my company. Does anyone have suggestions to raise funds in a short time?

I do not know if I am overreacting or if it is time to look to escape.

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