African Rainbow Family's Avatar

African Rainbow Family

@africanrainbowfam

Leading UK Based Expert by Experience Grassroots Charity Campaigning for Racial Justice & Human Rights of LGBTIQ+ Refugees and People Seeking Asylum πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ

1,051
Followers
119
Following
375
Posts
14.11.2024
Joined
Posts Following

Latest posts by African Rainbow Family @africanrainbowfam

Post image

πŸ“š World Book Day – 5 March

Books empower, educate & amplify marginalised voices.
Representation in literature builds confidence, empathy & belonging, especially for LGBTIQ+ refugees.

#WorldBookDay #RepresentationMatters πŸ“–

05.03.2026 09:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

❀️The monthly siblings meeting at London Centre took place on 2nd March in a welcoming atmosphere. Attendees were offered tea and snacks creating a relaxed environment for connection and conversation.
πŸ‘­Siblings enjoyed good time together.

#lgbtiq #africanrainbowfamily

04.03.2026 16:26 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Government agrees to our call: NO retrospective asylum changes! Siblings who applied before 2 March RETAIN the 5-year ILR Pathway. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ
Our Expert-by-Lived-Experience voice was heard! πŸ—£οΈβœ¨
Read more: [zurl.co/JNN0I ] ✍🏾
#AfricanRainbowFamily #LGBTIQ

03.03.2026 15:43 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

🌸 Women’s History Month

We honour the strength of LGBTIQ+ Refugees and People Seeking Asylum of African Heritage & the Global Majority ,especially women & trans women whose stories are too often erased.

Support our work πŸ‘‰link in Bio
#WomensHistoryMonth #LGBTIQ #Women 🌈

02.03.2026 09:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Zero Discrimination Day

Everyone deserves dignity, safety & equal rights, no exceptions.

At African Rainbow Family, we stand against racism, homophobia, transphobia & xenophobia.

Support inclusive communities πŸ‘‰ zurl.co/0Lb3W
#ZeroDiscriminationDay #EqualityForAll

01.03.2026 09:31 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Stigma harms more than the virus.
Let’s replace stigma with science.
Let’s replace punishment with compassion.
Let’s remember: HIV is a health condition, not a crime.
πŸ”— zurl.co/1FjWm

#HIVIsNotACrime #EndStigma 🌈

28.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

History is happening right now, in our joy, resilience, and daily lives. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœ¨

As LGBTIQ+History Month closes, we share this memory to show our story is being written in real-time. ✍🏾✊🏾

#LivingHistory #AfricanRainbowFamily #LGBTQHistory

27.02.2026 15:07 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image Post image

We are delighted to share that one of our LGBTIQ+ siblings from Nigeria has received their grant of refugee status and a life of security, Congratulations Mercy !!!🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️

To support African Rainbow Family, use the link in bio
#peopleseekingasylum #AfricanRainbowFamily

25.02.2026 14:57 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

❀️The monthly siblings meeting at Leeds Centre took place on 24th Feb. in a welcoming atmosphere. Attendees were offered tea and snacks creating a relaxed environment for connection and conversation.
πŸ‘­Siblings enjoyed good time together.

#lgbtiq #africanrainbowfamily

25.02.2026 11:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

23.02.2026 13:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Celebrating the beauty of every mother tongue and the role of language in culture, identity & belonging.

At African Rainbow Family, we honour linguistic diversity & inclusive voices. πŸ’¬πŸŒˆ

#MotherLanguageDay #LanguageMatters πŸ—£οΈβœ¨

21.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

✊🏽 Today is World Social Justice Day, reminding us that equality, dignity & fairness must be for everyone.

At African Rainbow Family, we stand with LGBTIQ+ refugees & people of African heritage.

🌍 Support & connect ➜ zurl.co/aWxBt
#SocialJustice #EqualityForAll

20.02.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

πŸŒ™ Ramadan Kareem!
Wishing peace, reflection & compassion this Ramadan month to all observing, especially our LGBTIQ+ Muslim community. 🀲🏽✨

Learn more about support & inclusion with African Rainbow Family ➜ zurl.co/WtZsx

#Ramadan2026 #AfricanRainbowFamily 🌈

19.02.2026 09:01 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

18.02.2026 14:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

πŸ’– Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day! Small kindnesses create big change, especially in LGBTIQ+ & refugee communities.

πŸ‘‰ Support love, inclusion & dignity with African Rainbow Family
πŸ”— zurl.co/TNrtC
#BeKind #RandomActsofKindnessDay #LGBTQ 🌈

17.02.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Aromantic identities are valid & beautiful, and this week is about learning, celebrating & challenging myths around romantic attraction.

πŸ”— Learn more ➜ A zurl.co/N6OiZ

🌍 More from African Rainbow Family ➜ zurl.co/vY0Sl
#ASAW #AromanticAwareness #LGBTQ

16.02.2026 09:02 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

This Valentine’s Day πŸ’– African Rainbow Family celebrates love in all its formsβ€”romantic, platonic, self-love, and chosen family. Love is a human right. 🌈

#ValentinesDay #LoveIsLove #AfricanRainbowFamily

14.02.2026 12:43 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

This #LGBTHistoryMonth, we spotlight Denis Nkyanungi, a Ugandan refugee in Zambia. His memoir, "Between the Cross and the Rainbow," is a raw, essential testimony of survival. πŸ“–πŸ”₯
Support the story: πŸ”— zurl.co/Vmf5e
#LGBTHistory #QueerRefugee

10.02.2026 10:03 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

10.02.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

09.02.2026 12:57 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

08.02.2026 13:42 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

African Rainbow Family marks National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day πŸ–€
We stand for awareness, access to care, and an end to HIV stigma in Black communities. Knowledge, compassion, and equity save lives.

#EndHIVStigma #AfricanRainbowFamily

07.02.2026 16:19 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

06.02.2026 10:43 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Today is the International Day of Zero Tolerance for FGM ✊🏾
African Rainbow Family stands against all forms of gender-based violence and supports the global movement to end FGM and protect the rights of girls and women.

#EndFGM #ZeroToleranceFGM #AfricanRainbowFamily

06.02.2026 09:14 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Video thumbnail

LGBTIQ+ history isn’t just the pastβ€”it’s happening right now in our lives across the UK. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆβœŠπŸΎ Today, we share a memory representing a unique journey & why it matters. Our history is being written today, by us. ✍🏾
#LGBTIQHistoryMonth #AfricanRainbowFamily #LivingHistory

05.02.2026 12:32 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

Today is #TimeToTalkDay πŸ’¬
African Rainbow Family encourages open conversations about mental health. Speaking up, listening, and supporting one another can save lives. You’re not alone. πŸ’š

#MentalHealthMatters #BreakTheStigma

05.02.2026 09:11 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

African Rainbow Family marks UK Race Equality Week ✊🏿
We stand against racism and for justice, equity, and dignity for all. Equality demands actionβ€”today and every day. 🌍
#UKRaceEqualityWeek #AfricanRainbowFamily #RaceEquality #EndRacism

04.02.2026 09:31 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

African Rainbow Family celebrates World Interfaith Harmony Week πŸ•ŠοΈ
We stand for respect, dialogue, and harmony across all faiths and beliefsβ€”because peace begins with understanding and love. 🌍
#WorldInterfaithHarmonyWeek #AfricanRainbowFamily #UnityInDiversity

03.02.2026 09:25 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image

February is #LGBTIQMonth 🌈
African Rainbow Family celebrates love, diversity, resilience, and the ongoing fight for equality. Our stories matter. Our joy matters. Our lives matter. πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ
#AfricanRainbowFamily #LoveIsLove #QueerAndAfrican

02.02.2026 09:19 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Post image Post image

We are delighted to share that one of our LGBTIQ+ siblings from Nigeria has received their grant of refugee status and a life of security, Congratulations Gladys !!!🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️
To support African Rainbow Family, use the link in bio
#peopleseekingasylum #AfricanRainbowFamily

29.01.2026 12:37 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0