Pride in Our Workplace (PIOW) is a nonprofit organization that connects LGBTQ+ talent to create thriving workplace cultures.
Why We Do This Work
By centering the LGBTQ+ perspective within our most important conversations, we help LGBTQ+ talent and allied organizations enjoy the benefits of celebrating pride in the workplace. We spotlight important, often unheard points of view on timely issues, help connect LGBTQ+ professionals with one another, and provide organizations with the tools they need to grow and thrive.
PIOW exists to ensure LGBTQ+ people can bring their full selves to work and succeed. By addressing systemic inequities, elevating LGBTQ+ voices, and equipping organizations with practical inclusion tools, PIOW helps create workplaces where diversity is valued, leadership is representative, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Who We Are
The Pride in Our Workplace Board of Directors brings decades of experience in the areas of DEIB and HR leadership, ERG development, and professional consulting. Each member has volunteered their time to build out this organization and its resources, and we are grateful for their contributions.
Our Sponsors
Sponsor organizations working across industries to enact meaningful change and create more equitable workplaces. As members of our ecosystem, PIOW Sponsors have access to the latest best practices around LGBTQ+ inclusion and equity. As our partner, they also gain a team of DEIB experts ready to provide guidance and a community of LGBTQ+ professionals for their employees to join.
Our Community Partners
Community Partners help us spotlight important, often unheard points of view on timely issues, help connect LGBTQ+ organizations with one another, and provide communities with the tools they need to grow and thrive. These organizations are our active partners in making Boston and New England at-large a more equitable environment for the LGBTQ+ community.
What We Do
PIOW works to advance LGBTQ+ workplace equity, inclusion, and belonging through:
- Professional networking and community-building events
- Thought leadership, research, and educational content
- Career and leadership development programming
- DEIB strategy, consulting, and organizational resources
- Community grantmaking to support grassroots LGBTQ+ organizations
Together, these efforts help individuals thrive professionally while supporting organizations in building inclusive, high-impact workplace cultures.
Stay connected
PIOW is based in Boston, Massachusetts and primarily serves New England, with programming offered both in person and virtually to reach a broader regional and national audience. Stay on top of our latest programming and thought leadership by joining our mailing list.
Learn about what’s happening
Founded in 2006, PIOW has two decades of experience supporting LGBTQ+ professionals and inclusive workplaces. The organization offers year-round programming, including regular events, webinars, panels, and annual Pride-season activities.
How YOU Can Make A Difference
Individuals and organizations can support and engage with PIOW by:
Volunteering — contributing skills, time, or expertise to support events, programs, committees, and community initiatives
Donating — providing financial support to sustain programming, expand impact, and fund community grants for LGBTQ+ organizations
Sponsorship – sponsoring events, collaborating on programs, or aligning DEIB efforts with PIOW’s mission
Participating — attending events, sharing resources, and amplifying PIOW’s work within professional networks
