📍 Nairobi, Kenya
our Previous funders and partners
community members on our social and professional platform
African countries represented amongst our members
Queer coworking space in Africa
of events and gatherings in our space
Community
Building meaningful connections among LGBTQ+ Africans across borders, disciplines, and movements.
Technology
Creating digital tools and platforms that strengthen community access, visibility, and collaboration.
Coworking Space
Providing a safe and affirming place to work, meet, make, record, gather, and create.
Events
Hosting workshops, networking sessions, wellness programs, arts gatherings, and social events.
Opportunities
Connecting members with jobs, grants, fellowships, funding, learning, and career pathways.
Creative Residencies
Supporting artists, technologists, and community builders through the ReImagine Space Residency.
LGBTQ+ Africans often lack access to safe spaces, trusted information, supportive professional networks, and opportunities. We believe bridging this socioeconomic gap is paramount to freedom and liberation of queer people on the continent. QAN exists to build the infrastructure our communities need to thrive — online, offline, and across borders.
Safe places to gather, work, and belong
Trusted tools, resources, and community knowledge
Networks and opportunities that move people forward
Here are some voices from our members, partners, and people who have found connection through QAN!
“QAN gave me a place to meet other queer Africans building, organizing, and dreaming beyond survival.”
Community member
“The space brings together creativity, safety, and professionalism in a way that feels rare and necessary.”
Program partner
“It’s more than just programming — it’s infrastructure for queer people to work, learn, and be seen.”
Event participant
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