Survivor-led • Feminist • East Africa

From Rescue to Recovery

Advancing protection, justice, and community resilience for LGBTIAQGNC survivors across East Africa.

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2023Established
NairobiHead Office
East AfricaGeographic Focus

Who We Are

Recovery extends beyond safety.

Afrinalia is a survivor-led, feminist organisation committed to ending violence, exploitation, and modern-day slavery affecting LGBTIAQGNC persons across East Africa.

Founded on the belief that every individual deserves safety, dignity, and equal opportunity, we provide holistic support that moves survivors from immediate rescue to long-term recovery and empowerment.

Our work integrates protection services, community development, advocacy, economic empowerment, and strategic partnerships to address immediate needs and the systemic barriers that perpetuate discrimination and exclusion.

Survivor-led and feminist organisation Rights-based and trauma-informed programming Community-centred solutions Sustainable partnerships for social change
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Our Impact

Designed to restore dignity and create sustainable pathways.

Every intervention at Afrinalia is designed to restore dignity, strengthen resilience, and create sustainable pathways toward independence.

150+People reached through protection and community programmes
45+Survivors supported through shelter and case management
20+Community dialogues, trainings, and advocacy engagements
12Strategic institutional partnerships

Our Foundation

Dignity, inclusion, justice, and lasting change.

Vision

A just, inclusive society where every LGBTIAQGNC individual lives free from violence, exploitation, discrimination, and exclusion.

Mission

To protect, empower, and support LGBTIAQGNC survivors through holistic services, advocacy, community development, and strategic partnerships that promote dignity, resilience, and lasting social change.

Core Values

  • Human dignity
  • Inclusion
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Solidarity
  • Innovation

Our Programmes

Protection today. Resilience and opportunity for tomorrow.

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Protection

Emergency response, safe shelter, psychosocial support, case management, legal referrals, and survivor-centred recovery services.

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Community Development

Economic empowerment, leadership development, education, awareness creation, and social inclusion initiatives that strengthen communities.

Advocacy & Policy Engagement

Working with stakeholders to influence policy, strengthen legal protections, and promote human rights for marginalised communities.

Institutional Capacity Strengthening

Supporting organisations, community leaders, and networks with knowledge, skills, and systems that advance inclusive development.

From Rescue to Recovery

A continuum of care built for sustainable independence.

Our integrated approach addresses immediate protection needs while building long-term resilience and opportunities through every stage of recovery.

Rescue
Emergency Protection
Safe Shelter
Psychosocial Support
Legal & Health Referrals
Economic Empowerment & Reintegration

Why Our Work Matters

Survivors need safe pathways through systemic barriers.

Across East Africa, many LGBTIAQGNC individuals face violence, discrimination, trafficking, homelessness, and economic exclusion. Stigma, weak protection systems, and limited access to essential services intensify these challenges.

Increasing Violence

Physical, emotional, and sexual violence often occurs with limited access to protection.

Discrimination

Stigma and exclusion restrict access to healthcare, education, employment, and justice.

Human Trafficking

Marginalisation increases vulnerability to exploitation, trafficking, and modern-day slavery.

Homelessness

Family rejection and insecurity leave many without safe housing or stable support systems.

Mental Health

Trauma and isolation require survivor-centred psychosocial care.

Economic Exclusion

Limited opportunities keep many trapped in cycles of poverty and vulnerability.

Systemic Barriers

Institutional and societal inequalities continue to deny equal rights and opportunities.

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A Story of Hope

Safety can become the foundation for a future.

“When I came to Afrinalia, I had lost my sense of safety and belonging. Through shelter, counselling, and support, I found stability and the confidence to rebuild my life. Today, I look to the future with hope.”— Survivor, Transitional Shelter Programme

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Our Approach

Four connected routes to sustainable impact.

Protection

Safe spaces, emergency assistance, and individualised support services.

Empowerment

Economic resilience through skills development, entrepreneurship, and livelihood opportunities.

Advocacy

Legal reform, awareness, and accountability that advance equality and human rights.

Partnerships

Collaboration with governments, civil society, donors, and community networks.

Our Leadership

Specialist roles aligned around survivor-centred impact.

Executive Director

Provides strategic leadership, strengthens partnerships, and guides Afrinalia’s vision across East Africa.

Programmes Officer

Designs, implements, and evaluates survivor-centred programmes and evidence-based impact.

Shelter Manager

Leads safe, inclusive, and dignified shelter services that promote healing and stability.

Finance & Operations Officer

Oversees financial stewardship, operations, compliance, and resource management.

Legal & Advocacy Officer

Advances legal protection, policy engagement, and human rights advocacy.

Communications Officer

Shapes Afrinalia’s public voice through ethical storytelling and strategic communications.

MEAL Officer

Strengthens monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning to improve programme quality, evidence, and impact.

Governance & Accountability

Trust is built through ethical systems.

Strong governance is the foundation of our work. We uphold ethical leadership, responsible stewardship, transparency, and continuous learning so every programme delivers meaningful and measurable impact.

Board Oversight

Strategic leadership and oversight that guide our mission and ensure accountability.

Safeguarding

Protecting the dignity, safety, and well-being of everyone we serve.

Financial Accountability

Responsible management of resources through sound financial controls and compliance.

Monitoring & Evaluation

Using evidence and data to measure impact and improve programme effectiveness.

Risk Management

Identifying and mitigating risks to strengthen organisational resilience.

Transparency

Building trust through ethical conduct, open communication, and accountable reporting.

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Strategic Partnerships

Sustainable change is built through collaboration.

We work alongside development partners, civil society organisations, government institutions, healthcare providers, legal actors, community leaders, and grassroots networks to strengthen protection systems and improve outcomes.

  • Azadi Community
  • Galck+
  • Nadharia
  • QwomenHRDs
  • LEHA Kenya
  • Jinsiangu
  • Bold Network Africa
  • Survivor Alliance
  • Bloomspace Africa
  • Uhai Eashri
  • Ishtar
  • Safe Place International
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Looking Ahead

Growing access. Strengthening systems. Building resilience.

As we grow, our focus remains on evidence-based programmes that respond to emerging challenges and create lasting change for marginalised communities.

Expand protection services
Increase regional partnerships
Strengthen economic empowerment
Enhance advocacy efforts
Invest in research and evidence
Promote organisational sustainability

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Let’s build safer communities together. From Rescue to Recovery.

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