Trikone Chicago is a volunteer-run, registered not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting queer South Asians, along with their family, friends, allies, and broader community. The term "queer" is inclusive of (but not limited to) individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, asexual, transgender, queer, hijra, kothi, meti, MSM, WSW, and those who are questioning. "South Asian" refers to individuals tracing their ethnic and cultural heritage to Pakistan, Bangladesh, India, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, and the Maldives.

As a volunteer-driven organization, Trikone Chicago strives to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where LGBTQ+ South Asians can connect, build community, and proudly promote awareness and acceptance of their identities. We work toward key goals, including:

• Bringing together people of South Asian heritage

• Promoting awareness, visibility, and legal and cultural acceptance of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities

• Helping individuals affirm both their South Asian identity and their sexual orientation

Through volunteer-led initiatives such as cultural nights, film festivals, literary events, awareness campaigns, pride celebrations, and other collaborative programming, Trikone Chicago has worked tirelessly to empower the LGBTQ+ South Asian community in the Midwest region of the United States.

Our work is made possible by the dedication and passion of our volunteers, who help build a more inclusive and supportive community for all.