Mission
We exist to end all forms of modern-day slavery, exploitation and violence among LGBTQIA+ persons in East Africa.
Afrinalia / Est. 2023
Who We Are
Afrinalia is a queer, feminist & survivor-led organisation that responds to LGBTQIA+ persons across East Africa.
Our Foundation
Everything we do is guided by our commitment to dignity, inclusion, justice, and sustainable community transformation.
Recovery extends
beyond direct services.
Our holistic approach provides support through recovery while also transforming survivors from just being beneficiaries to co-creators and co-decision makers.
Vision
Afrinalia envisions a just, inclusive world where every person (regardless of identity or background) lives free from exploitation, violence and systematic injustice.
- Core Values
- Human Dignity · Inclusion · Integrity · Accountability · Solidarity · Innovation
- Our Approach
- Survivor-centred · Trauma-informed · Inclusion & Intersectionality · Community-led
- Our Community
- Survivors of human trafficking and all forms of exploitation, displaced individuals, refugees, asylum seekers and survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.
Our Journey
- 2023
Founded · Transitional Shelter Launched
- 2024
Expanded Programmes · Strengthened Partnerships
- 2025
Scaled Protection Services · Enhanced Organisational Capacity
- 2026
Growing Regional Impact · Introducing Long-term Programming
Governance & Accountability
Strong governance is the foundation of our work.
- Board Oversight
- Strategic leadership and oversight that guide our mission and ensure accountability.
- Safeguarding
- Protecting the dignity, safety, and well-being of everyone in our community.
- 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.
