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)!

Jazz in July:

Our annual fundraiser gala featuring live music, silent and live auctions, and an awards ceremony.

Unity Through Diversity:

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

Upcoming Community Events

IOOV Open House & Job Fair

Tuesday, April 29, 2025
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

247 Lark Street Albany, NY 12210

Voices of Resilience: Denim Day Open Mic

Wednesday, April 30, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

James Connolly Social Club, 386 1st St., Troy, NY

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, May 1, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

245 Lark Street Albany, NY

TGNCNB Community Social

Wednesday, May 7, 2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

247 Lark Street Albany, NY 12210

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, May 8, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

245 Lark Street Albany, NY

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, May 15, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

245 Lark Street Albany, NY

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, May 22, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

245 Lark Street Albany, NY

Sexversations for All: Drag Brunch!

Sunday, May 25, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Cafe Euphoria, 225 River Street, Troy, NY

Men’s Empowerment Group

Thursday, May 29, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

245 Lark Street Albany, NY

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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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