Welcome to Stichting Love Planet

Stichting Love Planet is a Afro-Caribbean Refugee community-based organization based in the  Netherlands. Our Mission is to  support the  African Caribbean Queer Refugees Community.

What we do

  • Legal Advocacy
  • Health equity
  • Education and Awareness.
  • Community Support
  • Research and Data

Services

Adovcacy 

Comprehensive legal support for asylum and immigration processes. Access to necessary resources and guidance.

Sensitization

Culturally competent and affirming therapy for mental health. Personalized support for healing and resilience.

Safe Space 

Building a strong and supportive community through events, workshops, and support groups. Creating a sense of belonging and solidarity.

Network Building 

Building a strong and supportive community through events, workshops, and support groups. Creating a sense of belonging and solidarity.

Health Equity

At Stichting Love Planet, we believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve optimal health, regardless of their background, identity, or socioeconomic status. Health equity means ensuring that marginalized and underserved communities—especially LGBTIQ+ individuals, asylum seekers, and sex workers—have access to inclusive, stigma-free, and culturally competent healthcare. Through advocacy, education, and community-driven initiatives, we strive to eliminate barriers to healthcare, promote harm reduction, and create safe spaces where all individuals can access essential services, including HIV/STI prevention and treatment. Our commitment is to foster a society where health justice is a reality for all

Research and Data

At Stichting Love Planet, research and data play a crucial role in shaping our programs and advocacy efforts. By collecting and analyzing data on the health, social, and legal challenges faced by LGBTIQ+ individuals—particularly those in asylum centers—we ensure that our interventions are evidence-based, impactful, and tailored to community needs. Through partnerships with health organizations, academic institutions, and community stakeholders, we use research to drive informed decision-making, monitor program effectiveness, and advocate for policy changes that promote equality, inclusion, and well-being.

Integration 

We recognize integration as a vital element in fostering inclusive, diverse, and empowered communities. Our initiatives aim to create safe spaces where LGBTIQ+ individuals, particularly those in asylum centers, can access essential support, healthcare, and social networks. Through education, advocacy, and community-driven programs, we promote cultural exchange, acceptance, and opportunities for full participation in Dutch society. By prioritizing integration, we strive to build a future where everyone, regardless of background, can thrive with dignity and equality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What services do you offer?
  • Advocacy support and training 
  • Sensitization about sexual health and link the community to the sevices
  • Creating an enabling environment for access to services;
  • Network building and fostering community engagements;
  • Integration and fostering support into new home.

Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive space for African Caribbean Queer Refugees to thrive.

How can I get involved?
You can get involved by volunteering, participating in our events, or making a donation. Your support is crucial in helping us continue our mission.

Do you provide housing assistance?
While we do not provide direct housing assistance, we can offer resources and referrals to support our community members in finding safe and stable housing.

Contact us

Feel free to reach out to us for any inquiries or support. We are here for you.

Location

Stichting Love Planet
Hardenberg, Overijssel, Netherlands

About us

Stichting Love Planet is a non-profit organization based in  Netherlands. We are dedicated to providing support and resources for African and Caribbean Queer Refugees, with a focus on Advocay, Sexual and Reporductive health care and community building.