Qulture Collective

Qulture Collective is a queer-owned community space and digital platform in Oakland, California, that fosters creativity, connection, and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals through a café, art gallery, retail shop, and event venue.​ In 2019, Qulture Collective transitioned from a physical space to a national digital platform. Founded in 2015 by Alyah Baker, Julia Wolfson, and Terry Sok, Qulture Collective was established to provide a safe and inclusive environment for queer people, particularly in the face of gentrification and the disappearance of LGBTQIA+ spaces in downtown Oakland. The collective offers a multi-use venue at 1714 Franklin Street, featuring a café that employs queer and allied staff, a retail shop showcasing goods made by queer artisans, and a gallery that hosts rotating exhibitions by LGBTQIA+ artists from Oakland and beyond.

In addition to its physical spaces, Qulture Collective serves as a hub for community engagement, hosting a variety of events such as film screenings, karaoke nights, meditation sessions, and workshops. These programs aim to educate, heal, and empower the LGBTQIA+ community, providing opportunities for artistic expression, social connection, and personal growth.