With the #COVID-19 lock down, many LGBTIQ people have had to go back to their homes where they are faced with homophobia. Some are cooped up with abusive partners and are prone to #GBV . Today we join @IbuUganda to share how one can survive within such a setup.

Tip 1: Try to avoid verbal confrontations. Even if they come at you with homophobic quips don't respond as this may turn into a worse situation. Breathe & count to 10 before you respond, This will allow you to organize your mind before you blurt out something you might regret.

Tip 2: Be helpful around the house. That way they will see that although you are an LGBTIQ person, you are resourceful and can be relied on.

Tip 4: Make sure you have a password on your phone & follow digital security measures e.g log out of any laptop used, delete messages from your partner, log out of your social media accounts.This helps keep the communication between you and other LGBTIQ community members secure.

Tip 3: Be kind to your parents and siblings during the #COVID19 lock down. This way you will have made the right step towards having a less heated conversation about you being an LGBTIQ person plus you get to stay in a peaceful environment.

Tip 5: Try and blend in the way you carry yourself so as not to raise suspicion. Although out here we affirm you as a transgender man or woman, please try and "behave accordingly" during the lock down. We need you alive and safe.