Video: Africa’s first LGBTQ+ shelter

The Pride Shelter is Africa’s first LGBTQI+ shelter and has been running since 2011. Based in Cape Town, the shelter accommodates 20 people, who can stay there for up-to three months. As winter approaches, the Pride Shelter’s building is in need of repairs to keep the cold and the rain out. Nicole Joy Alexander, DirectorContinue reading “Video: Africa’s first LGBTQ+ shelter”

Podcast: Speaking Through My World

Listen to Director Nicole Alexander on the Speaking Through My World podcast with Rosie Motene here. A space that provides short-term accommodation to the LGBTQI+ minority groups during crisis periods. The objectives of The Pride Shelter are to promote dignity, respect, and a sense of personal empowerment among members of the LGBTQI+ community.