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We envision a society where all Black LGBTQ+ people can be free.

Founded in 1995 on Chicago's South Side, Affinity Community Services is a Black, queer-founded and led organization dedicated to social justice in Black LGBTQ+ communities. For 30 years, we have centered Black queer women through community-building, advocacy, intergenerational programming and services, peer education, and healing justice.

We aim to co-create spaces with community members and partners where all the intersections of LGBTQ+ identities are fully embraced.

AFFINITY TURNED 30 THIS YEAR!

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Save the date for Affinity's 30th Anniversary Sneaker Soiree: We're on the Move!" on Saturday, October 18, from 5-9pm. Yup, we have a lovely venue, which we'll announce in the coming days.

Who doesn't like a cool sneaker theme, right?! But don't get it twisted: we're still celebrating in style. Whether you choose to sport cocktail, gala, avant-garde, business chic, or none of the above, rock your sneakers and 'fits, and join us for a fabulous time!

And my, oh my, we have lots to celebrate!

For 30 years, Affinity has been advocating, community-building, and serving Black LGBTQ+ people in Chicagoland, alongside you. Thank you for your love, support, and partnership over these three decades.

Our 30th anniversary theme, "Honoring Our Past, Creating Our Futures," hits home. It reflects our deep appreciation for Affinity's history and the strong foundation our founders and founding board members laid, and our unwavering commitment to advancing Affinity toward bolder and newer horizons.

So, mark your calendars for Affinity's Sneaker Soiree on Saturday, October 18, and stay tuned for more juicy details to come!

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AFFINITY 30 FOR 30 CHALLENGE!

In celebration of our 30th anniversary, we launched this initiative inviting community members, supporters, and friends to share their first or fondest Affinity moments and their wish for our future! Our goal is to collect a minimum of 30 video or written testimonials by the end of this year. You can share your written tribute here and e-mail your video (two minutes max) to Kelly our communications consultant here.