Welcome to In Our Own Voices, Inc. Serving the needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender People of Color, Our Friends and Families.

In Our Own Voices, Inc.

Serving the needs of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender People of Color, Our Friends and Families.

Our Mission

Our mission is to work for and ensure the physical, mental, spiritual, political, cultural and economic survival and growth of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people of color communities.

BIPOC* PRIDE:

A month of events and activities that center the lives, experiences, and contributions of LGBTQ+ communities of color in the Capital Region (& beyond)!

The Haunted Haus Ball & Ambassador Contest

Our annual Halloween Ball and Ambassador Contest. Cash prizes available

Unity Through Diversity:

Our national LGBTQ+ BIPOC health, wellness, and capacity-building conference.

Upcoming Community Events

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, November 6, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

247 Lark Street, Albany, NY

Life After 50 - Virtual

Monday, November 10, 2025
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Virtual

Vibe Check

Monday, November 10, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

247 Lark Street, Albany, NY - Second Floor

Veteran's Day - IOOV Closed

Tuesday, November 11, 2025
12:00 am - 12:00 am

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, November 13, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

247 Lark Street, Albany, NY

Transgender Day of Remembrance Dinner

Thursday, November 20, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

The Eleven at Lark Hall - 262 Lark Street, Albany, NY

Life After 50 - In-person

Monday, November 24, 2025
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Hybrid and In-person at 247 Lark Street in Albany, NY

Vibe Check

Monday, November 24, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

247 Lark Street, Albany, NY - Second Floor

Thanksgiving Day - IOOV Closed

Thursday, November 27, 2025
12:00 am - 12:00 am

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What We Do

Direct Services

Training & Technical Assistance

Policy & Advocacy

Emergency Assistance

Contribute to In Our Own Voices

Your donation will support annual programming and events that help inspire, educate, commemorate and celebrate our diverse community. Together we can strengthen the voices of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, & Transgender POC community.

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