June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month, which is dedicated to the celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Rooted in community and equality, the first official Pride march event was held on June 28, 1970, the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising.
We now see LGBTQ+ events happening year-round, helping individuals in those communities feel more seen and understood by the larger population. A recent report found that 60% of this marginalized community continues to face workplace discrimination due to their identity. By elevating LGBTQ+ voices and bringing more awareness to the challenges they face, we can help make an equitable and inclusive tech industry.
In honor of Pride Month, we’re highlighting 10 events focused on empowering LGBTQ+ individuals in tech. With leading LGBTQ+ speakers and allies, these events are a powerful way to elevate the stories of this community and explore the challenges and opportunities they face in the tech industry.
NGLCC International Business & Leadership Conference
Aug. 15 - 18 | Denver
An annual conference organized by the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce, this event brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and LGBTQ+ community members from around the world to network, learn, and share best practices for advancing LGBTQ-owned businesses.
Tickets: $749 - $1,449
Workplace Summit by Out & Equal
Sept. 11 - 14 | Orlando
This summit brings together LGBTQ+ professionals, allies, human resources, and diversity and inclusion experts, and executives from around the world to discuss strategies for creating more inclusive workplaces.
Tickets: Open to partner organizations only
ROMBA Conference
Oct. 5 - 7 | Chicago
This conference is the world’s largest gathering of LGBTQ+ business students and alumni. While this event isn’t specific to tech, many attendees and speakers are from technology companies, as ROMBA has 100+ corporate partners.
Tickets: $200 - $750
Lesbians Who Tech Summit
Oct. 16 - 18 | Virtual & Oct. 18 - 20 | San Francisco
This annual conference brings together LGBTQ+ women, non-binary and trans individuals, and allies who work in the technology industry. The summit focuses on providing a platform for networking, professional development, and community building.
Tickets: Free - $1,299
TransTech Summit
March 29 - April 1 | Virtual
This summit brings together the transgender and gender non-conforming community, as well as allies, to discuss issues related to technology, entrepreneurship, and innovation. The summit focuses on increasing the visibility and representation of trans and gender non-conforming individuals in tech.
Tickets: Prices pending
Out Leadership U.S. Summit
May 2024 | New York
This conference draws senior LGBTQ+ executives, policymakers, allies, activists, and talent to discuss where we are in the LGBTQ+ movement and how businesses can drive sustainable progress in the workplace and beyond.
Tickets: Prices pending
Pride Summit
June 2024 | Virtual
Hosted by Lesbians Who Tech, this summit brings together LGBTQ+ women, gender-nonconforming individuals, and allies who work in the technology industry. The summit features keynote speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities, with a focus on promoting diversity and inclusion in the tech industry.
Tickets: Free: $399
Out in Tech Events
Ongoing | Various
Out in Tech brings the LGBTQ+ technology communities together through local and regional events, like town halls, happy hours, and training. Events happen all over the globe, from Madrid to San Francisco.
Tickets: Free
StartOut Events
Ongoing | Various
StartOut is a community of LGBTQ+ founders and professionals and allies. Hosted by programming boards in cities around the U.S., these events happen in person and virtually.
Tickets: Free
Out Professionals Events
Ongoing | Various
This organization hosts events to help LGBTQ+ professionals connect with their communities and learn from one another. Community events happen across the U.S. and virtually.
Tickets: Prices vary
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*Note: All event dates, formats, and prices are current as of June 2023.
