The African Trans Network (ATN) is a pan-African continental network for trans movements in Africa.
Made up of 5 regional sub-groups, the ATN works to unite, strengthen and empower trans movement building in Africa to speak with one unified voice.
The African Trans Network (ATN) is a pan-African continental network for trans movements in Africa.
Made up of 5 regional sub-groups, the ATN works to unite, strengthen and empower trans movement building in Africa to speak with one unified voice.
How we work
The ATN advances collective and organized action at a continental level to better facilitate support for local and grassroots trans movements to advocate for the rights, safety, healthcare and representation of transgender Africans.
Our Vision & Mission
Trans communities thriving in an Africa that is a model for transgender rights globally and recognises that the rich tapestry of gender identities and expressions is a source of strength and pride for the continent.
To unify and strengthen the African Transgender movement through collective advocacy, capacity strengthening, and strategic collaborations while amplifying African transgender voices globally.
We do this through
Research
We collate, conduct, share and support research on the diverse experiences of trans and gender diverse communities in Africa.
Advocacy
We work with academic, government, healthcare stakeholders to set the agenda of the trans movement in Africa and increase our representation.
Movement Building
We support the development of a sustainable and resilient trans movement in Africa by mobilizing resources, skills and knowledge sharing and facilitating collaboration.
Public Campaigning
We advocate for trans and gender diverse folks in Africa through the media and support our members to do the same in their contexts.
About us
The African Trans Network is a continental network serving to unite sub-regional organisations within the African trans movement. Composed at present of trans led sub-regional networks, we seek to create a regional movement that will allow transgender people in Africa to speak in a unified voice and advocate for our shared agenda of health, legal and policy reform, movement building, data collection and research.
Organizational Structure
The African Trans Network is guided by a robust and inclusive leadership model that ensures our work truly represents trans communities across the African continent.
Steering Committee
Our steering committee is the strategic heart of the organization. Composed of dedicated trans leaders from each region of Africa, this committee provides critical guidance, strategic direction, and ensures that our work reflects the diverse experiences of trans communities across the continent. Each regional representative brings unique insights, lived experiences, and a deep commitment to advancing trans rights and visibility.
Secretariat
Our day-to-day operations are managed by a dedicated secretariat – a professional team that transforms our strategic vision into concrete action. The secretariat implements our research, advocacy, movement-building, and public campaigning initiatives, ensuring that our organization operates with efficiency, creativity, and unwavering commitment to our mission.
This two-tiered approach – with a regionally representative steering committee and a dynamic secretariat – allows us to maintain deep community connections while executing impactful, professional programming that drives meaningful change for trans communities across Africa.
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