Be safer
We listen to what is happening now and explore immediate options for safety, shelter or referral without judgement.
Start with the person
Your life is bigger than the crisis that brought you here.
You may need somewhere safer to stay, someone to talk to, help thinking through practical choices, or simply a place where you do not have to explain or defend who you are. KENJAC starts with your priorities and works with you at a pace that respects your choices, consent and dignity.
Be heard
Your experiences, identity, boundaries and hopes matter. Support starts with listening rather than making decisions for you.
Choose your next steps
Where options are available, we explain them clearly and support you to decide what feels right and realistic for your life.
Reconnect
Rebuilding can include friendship, community, livelihood, trusted relationships, family connections where safe and wanted, and a renewed sense of belonging.
If you are looking for support
You do not need the perfect words to begin.
You only need to share what you feel comfortable sharing. A KENJAC team member can listen and help you think through the next step. If KENJAC is not the right place for the support you need, we can explore appropriate referral options where available.
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Reach outUse the support form, contact KENJAC directly, or ask a trusted organization to support you with a referral.
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Tell us what you needWe listen to what is happening, what feels unsafe and what kind of support you are hoping for.
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Look at the options togetherDepending on your situation, available support and what feels appropriate, this may include shelter, wellbeing support, practical assistance or referral to another trusted service.
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Plan for what comes nextThe goal is not only to get through today, but to build toward stability, connection and choices that remain yours.
Ways we can stand with you
Support for safety, wellbeing and what comes next.
A safer placeTransitional HousingTemporary shelter, safety planning and support to think through stable next steps.Learn about staying at KENJAC →
Someone to talk toWellbeing & Psychosocial SupportPsychosocial and wellbeing support that respects privacy, identity, consent and individual pace.Explore wellbeing support →
BelongingCommunity & ConnectionPeer connection, trusted relationships and ways to stay connected beyond an immediate crisis.Explore community →
Need support?
Start in the way that feels safest to you.
You can learn about the available support, contact us directly or begin through the online support form. You do not need to know exactly which programme you need before reaching out.
Find support →Supporting someone else?
Help someone reach support without taking away their voice.
Organizations, outreach workers and trusted professionals can refer someone to KENJAC. Wherever possible, the person being referred should understand what information is being shared, why it is being shared and what may happen next.
Stories & learning
Impact Stories / LGBTQIA+ Rights / Youth Empowerment / Homeless YouthKENJAC’s Journey Toward Ending Homelessness Among LGBTQIA+ Youth in Kenya
