Cosmopolitan • Affirming • Community
Faith. Justice. Dignity. Belonging.
CAC is an African-led movement building spaces where people experience belonging, healing, dignity, and collective power — rooted in affirming faith and driven by justice.
Who We Are & Our Grounding
A Community Rooted in Faith & Justice
The Cosmopolitan Affirming Community (CAC) is an African-led faith-based social justice movement and community platform creating safe, inclusive spaces where LGBTIQ+ people experience belonging, spiritual growth, and collective power. learn more about who we are and our identity as a movement. Grounded in affirming theology, divine human dignity (Imago Dei), and Utu/Ubuntu, we hold that faith is the foundation for justice — explore our theological and political convictions. Across Kenya and the continent, we collaborate with an extensive solidarity network of faith leaders, activists, scholars, and civil society partners — view our partners and regional networks. Anchored in community trust, robust governance, strict safeguarding, and transparent stewardship, CAC is a proven, credible partner for systemic change — read why organizations partner with us. We invite you to walk with us as a member, volunteer, or partner — find out how to get involved and join the movement today.
Affirming Faith
Holistic Wellbeing
Organisational Strengthening
Knowledge Exchange
Advocacy
Movement Building
Our Partners
In Solidarity With
Across the region and beyond, we stand alongside local communities, churches, universities, civil society organisations, and international development partners who share a commitment to dignity and justice.
Arcus Foundation
OSIEA
UNAIDS
GALCK+
Wawa Aba Institute
Fellowship of Affirming Ministries
St. Paul's University
Why Partner With Us
Community Trust. Movement Accountability.
We combine deep community roots with strong governance, transparent financial management, and safeguarding — because trust is the foundation of every partnership.
Strong Governance
Transparent Financial Management
Safeguarding and Accountability
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
Community-Led Programming
Inclusive Theology
Regional Partnerships
Proven Emergency Response Capacity
Together, we are building resilient communities where every person can live with dignity, safety, and hope.
Get Involved
Join the Movement
There are many ways to walk with us. Whether you are looking for community, want to volunteer, are exploring partnership, or ready to give — there is a place for you here.
Donate
Your support enables life-saving emergency response, leadership development, community care, and advocacy. Every contribution changes lives.
Send Us an Inquiry
Tell us how you would like to be involved and we will get back to you.
Our Work & Featured Initiatives
Six Practices. One Movement.
Our work operates as an integrated ecosystem of six interconnected pillars — Sacred Belonging, Healing & Wholeness, Building Strong Foundations, Learning in Community, Voice & Visibility, and Collective Power — advancing spiritual depth, wellbeing, research, advocacy, and movement building. Explore our areas of work · See what we are doing · Discover our impact.
Affirming Faith
Sacred Belonging
Worship, pastoral care, and theological education that affirm rather than exclude.
Learn moreHolistic Wellbeing
Healing & Wholeness
Mental health, peer support, and care for body, mind, and spirit.
Learn moreOrganisational Strengthening
Building Strong Foundations
Governance, safeguarding, and capacity support for community-led organisations.
Learn moreKnowledge Exchange
Learning in Community
Research, publications, and shared knowledge that shape practice and policy.
Learn moreMovement Building
Collective Power
Leadership formation, mentorship, and solidarity across the region.
Learn moreFeatured Initiative
UNAPOLOGETICALLY SACRED
Reclaiming Bodies. Power. Prophecy.
A leadership initiative strengthening feminist, womanist, LGBTQI+-affirming, and faith-rooted movements through theological reflection, research, storytelling, and community organising.
Discover the InitiativeWhat We’re Already Doing
Our Work in Action
Faraja Leadership Institute
A leadership formation programme equipping current and emerging community leaders.
Learn moreBible Study Fellowship
Weekly online and in-person sessions exploring affirming theology and scripture.
Learn moreEmergency Response
Rapid support for LGBTQI+ persons facing crisis, violence, or displacement.
Learn moreOur Impact
Lives, Not Just Numbers
Behind every statistic is a person who found belonging. For more than 12 years, CAC has journeyed alongside communities seeking dignity, belonging, and justice.
Years of Community Ministry
Regional Chapters
Community Leaders Equipped
Community Members Reached
Of Emergency Responses
Inclusive Worship Services
Partnerships Across East Africa
And International Advocacy Engagement
“Every number represents a life transformed, a community strengthened, and hope restored.”
Resource Centre
Knowledge That Moves Us Forward
Research, theology, and storytelling that inform practice, shape policy, and equip communities. Explore our sermons, research reports, policy briefs, and toolkits.
Sermons
Bible Studies
Devotionals
Research Reports
Annual Reports
Policy Briefs
Toolkits
Podcasts
Videos
Publications
Stories of Hope
Voices from the Movement
I Found My Faith Again
“After years of rejection, CAC became the first place where I heard that God loved me exactly as I am. Today I serve as a community leader helping others discover hope.”
Community Leader
Leadership Changed My Life
“The Faraja Leadership Institute equipped me with confidence, knowledge, and purpose. I now mentor young leaders in my community.”
Faraja Graduate
From Crisis to Healing
“When I faced homelessness and violence, CAC responded immediately with shelter, counselling, and hope.”
Emergency Response Beneficiary