Haven of Pride Africa

03/03/2025

Hello, March!

Goodbye February, and welcome to a month of self-care. Take time to nourish your mind, body, and spirit. Prioritize your well-being and embrace kindness. German Embassy PretoriaReportOUTLawyers For Human RightsORAMOUT LGBT Well-BeingUNHCR Southern AfricaSouthern Africa Litigation CentreInternational Trans FundGender DynamiXAccess Chapter 2Triangle ProjectIrantiEU International PartnershipsTrans & Intersex History.AfricaStonewall Scotland

01/03/2025

24/02/2025

We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Imam Muhsin Hendricks, a beacon of resilience, faith, and LGBTQ+ activism. His unwavering commitment to justice, inclusion, and the rights of q***r Muslims has left an indelible mark on our community.

Haven of Pride stands in solidarity with his family, friends, and all those mourning this immense loss. In times like these, we must hold each other closer, honor his legacy, and continue the fight for dignity and safety for all LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those facing displacement and violence.

Rest in power, Imam Muhsin Hendricks. Your light will never fade.

+Solidarity
ReportOUTLawyers For Human RightsORAMGerman Embassy PretoriaUNHCR Southern AfricaUnited Nations Development Programme - UNDPEU International PartnershipsSouthern Africa Litigation CentreGender DynamiXOUT LGBT Well-BeingInternational Trans FundAccess Chapter 2Triangle ProjectIrantiTrans & Intersex History.Africa

22/02/2025

As an organization committed to the rights and dignity of LGBTQI+ individuals, Haven of Pride stands in solidarity with initiatives like ReportOUT that continue to champion equality and justice. The upcoming SaferToBeMe Summit 2025 is a vital platform for advocacy, collaboration, and meaningful change, bringing together voices from across the globe. This summit represents hope, resilience, and the collective push toward a world where everyone can live safely and proudly as their true selves.

🌍🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 Dalton@followersGerman Embassy PretoriaORAMLawyers For Human Rights

06/02/2025

The Haven of Pride (HOP) team had a fruitful discussion at the German Embassy in South Africa, exploring Germany’s commitment to human rights, LGBTQIA+ rights in Africa, and the protection of q***r displaced-persons Living in South Africa .
Strengthening these partnerships is crucial in ensuring safety, dignity, and support for our communities. German Embassy PretoriaUNHCR Southern AfricaORAMReportOUTLawyers For Human RightsSouthern Africa Litigation CentreOUT LGBT Well-BeingEU International PartnershipsUnited Nations Development Programme - UNDPUS Embassy South AfricaGender DynamiXFabz UGDrew DaltonLGBTQI+ Support South AfricaIrantiAccess Chapter 2Germans in Cape TownTriangle Project

05/02/2025

THIS IS NOT MAKING AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!
It’s a direct attack against the most vulnerable people!

The USAID funding freeze under the Trump administration is putting countless LGBTQI+ displaced persons and refugees at even greater risk. This article from highlights how crucial services HIV treatment (ART), PrEP, self-testing kits, and even basic health supplies—are becoming scarce across Africa. Many organizations that once provided support have shut down, leaving vulnerable communities with nowhere to turn.

For LGBTQI+ refugees and asylum seekers in South Africa and beyond, access to healthcare and humanitarian aid has always been a struggle. Now, even the little support that existed is disappearing. People who fled persecution, hoping to find safety, are now caught in a crisis—facing not just discrimination but also a complete lack of essential services.

At Haven of Pride, we see these struggles firsthand. Our community cannot afford to be forgotten. We call on global allies, donors, and organizations to stand with us and ensure that displaced LGBTQI+ persons are not left behind.

Read more: https://www.reportout.org/post/this-is-not-making-america-great-again?fbclid=IwY2xjawIQhiBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVZbpFeOt3gHQg0DMEQf-2kCuPR_HBEdO-NkOEmyXOeS8id-vZgZOnENRQ_aem_6rCTuTDWkcWMgyrOMn_8yg

”ORAMUNHCR Southern AfricaGerman Embassy PretoriaReportOUTLawyers For Human RightsOUT LGBT Well-BeingInternational Trans FundEU International PartnershipsSouthern Africa Litigation CentreUnited Nations Development Programme - UNDPFabz UGPRISM UgandaUS Embassy South AfricaDrew DaltonDrew Dalton

Statement By Drew Dalton Chair and CEO of ReportOUTIn August 2023, and under President Biden, USAID launched its historic LGBTQI+ Inclusive Development Policy. This evidence-based policy recognised that locally-led development, which includes LGBTQI+ populations, actually strengthens livelihoods, ec...