In Our Own Voices, Inc.

This July, we're celebrating another year of empowering LGBTQIA+ Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities in New York's Capital Region and beyond! Love the work that we do? Help fuel our efforts forward at Jazz in July, our annual fundraising gala ✨ You're invited to join us for an evening of great food, silent and live auctions, and an exclusive performance by Grammy and Tony-Award winning artist, Jennifer Holliday! (Yes, you read that right.) 🏆 This special event will also feature an awards ceremony to honor individuals in our community who are committed to making change. Stay tuned as we announce this year's awardees. See you at the celebration on Saturday, July 20 at Glen Sanders Mansion! 👠 Formal attire requested. Get the #EarlyBird discount now at https://lnkd.in/eWmEkHRG!

Empowering the next generation of leaders is at the core of what we do. That's why we're so proud to announce that the recipient of our 2024 Up and Coming Award is Ryan Ramdass! Ryan, thank you for being a bright and dedicated advocate whose achievements inspire countless individuals. Join the celebration and help support our work on Saturday, July 20! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eWmEkHRG.

We are proud to honor Chiquita D'Arbeau, Executive Director of Albany Housing Authority with the In Our Own Voices Friend of the Family Award! Chiquita, we're excited to celebrate your unwavering support and deep commitment to our community's well-being at Jazz in July 2024. Community, learn more and join us on Saturday, July 20 at https://lnkd.in/eWmEkHRG.

Each year, we give the Jasán M. Ward Community Advocacy Award to an individual or organization that is committed to creating change in LGBTQIA+ communities of color. 🏅 We're proud to announce that the 2024 recipient of the Jasán M. Ward Community Advocacy Award is Jim Larson, Senior Legislative Representative at NYSUT, for his outstanding dedication and impactful work in advocacy. You're invited to join the celebration on Saturday, July 20 at Glen Sanders Mansion! Early bird tickets are available until June 30 at https://lnkd.in/eWmEkHRG.

At Jazz in July, we always honor individuals in our community who are committed to making positive change for LGBTQIA+ Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. That's why we're so excited to announce our Jazz in July 2024 awardees! 🏅 We are proud to honor Atsushi Akera, General Manager of Cafe Euphoria, with the Ken Screven Trail Blazer Award. Atsushi, thank you for your pioneering efforts and bold leadership that have blazed a trail for others to follow. Join us in celebrating our outstanding community members on Saturday, July 20 at Glen Sanders Mansion! Early bird tickets available until June 30 ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eWmEkHRG.

Happy Freedom Day ✊🏾 Today, we're celebrating Juneteenth. And as one of the longest running LGBTQIA+ organizations that serves Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in the nation, we're proud that our work empowers our communities to live authentically. Our office may be closed today, but we'll be back tomorrow to continue to create freedom and independence for all. #Juneteenth

Tuesday: Come have a drink with us by special guest bartender Tandra R. La Grone! We're hosting a #Pride block party at Johnnie's on Broadway from 7-11pm and you're invited to celebrate with us 🥂 All proceeds benefit the opening of our new LGBTQIA+ center 👷🏾♀️

Thank you to our Platinum partners, Bank of America, for their support of this year's Health and Wellness Expo at Say it Loud! BIPOC* Pride! *Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Black, Indigenous, and People of Color #IOOVBIPOCPride #HappyPride

In Our Own Voices CEO, Tandra R. La Grone, and Pride Center of the Capital Region Executive Director, Nathaniel Gray, MSW are teaming up to give all the details on our upcoming #Pride festivities 🌈 June 8 | Say it Loud! BIPOC Pride from 12-5pm at Washington Park June 9 | Capital Pride Parade from 11:30am-5pm at Washington Park Follow us for updates in real-time! See you this weekend 😎 #IOOVBIPOCPride #CapitalPride

We're celebrating #Pride this year with a month-long marathon of events for our friends, family, and allies! Join us as we celebrate the voices, talents, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities across the Capital Region (and beyond) 🙌🏾 #IOOVBIPOCPride #UpstatePride #CapitalPride