In collaboration with Alejandro Gomez from Refugiados Unidos and Meredith McBride from Hong Kong Justice Centre, this workshop explores how integrating gender, sexual diversity, and intersectionality can transform the understanding of refugee protection. Historically, women and LGBTIQ+ asylum seekers have faced significant barriers, but recent legal and policy developments have highlighted the feminization of migration and the impact of gender-based violence as key drivers of forced displacement. Alejandro and Meredith examine evolving legal frameworks and advocacy strategies to strengthen protections for these communities, offering insights into how these advances can drive systemic change.