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LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement

We empower, protect, and promote the rights, dignity, and advancement of Boston’s LGBTQIA2S+ residents.

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The Mayor’s Office of LGBTQIA2S+ Advancement develops policies, community-oriented programming, and provides resources for the City’s diverse LGBTQIA2S+ community.

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LGBTQIA2S+ Resource Directory

View resources and support services available to the LGBTQIA2S+ community in the City of Boston.

Navigating Discrimination Guidebook

This guidebook empowers Mass. residents to better understand their rights and access the support they need by providing a centralized, easy-to-use resource.

PRIDE 2025

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Celebrate Pride 2025 with Us!

Boston is proud to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community with a wide range of events throughout Pride 2025. From flag raisings and festivals to community gatherings and educational workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit our Pride 2025 page to explore upcoming events and learn how the City is honoring the spirit of inclusion, resilience, and joy all month long.

Share Your Pride Event 

Are you hosting an event for Pride 2025? We want to help spread the word! Click the button below to submit your event through our simple online form. Approved events will be featured on our official Pride 2025 page so that residents and visitors alike can join in the celebration.

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Initiatives

Amplify GSA
Beyond Pride Mini-Grant Fund
Gender Data Collection

Events

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Equality Fund Grantee and Pride Celebration
On Jun 12

Jun 12
Pride in the Prado
On Jun 17

Jun 17
SpeakOUT'S Appreciation Night
On Jun 24

Jun 24
Pronouns 101
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Latest news

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Mayor's Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement Awards $250,000 in Grants to 51 Organizations

LGBTQ+ Advancement

Equity and Inclusion Cabinet Partners with Healing Our Land Inc. to Increase Voting Access for Eligible Incarcerated Population

Equity and Inclusion Cabinet

Letter from Mayor Wu Celebrating 20th Anniversary of Same-Sex Marriage in Massachusetts

Mayor's Office

City of Boston Announces Gender Equity Updates to Marriage Licenses

Mayor's Office

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