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.

Contact

617-635-5714
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1 City Hall Square
Room 806

Boston, MA 02201
United States
Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Initiatives

Amplify GSA

Beyond Pride Mini-Grant Fund

Gender Data Collection

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.

Submit Your Pride Event

Events

Improving How the City Collects Gender Data

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The City is working to change how we ask about gender identity to deliver key services that represent everyone.

Through our efforts, the City of Boston is now no longer requiring sex or gender identification on marriage licenses. This change is the first the City has made based on new gender-aware guidelines for City resources and the collection of gender-identity data.

View gender-aware guidelines

Pronouns 101

Learn about pronouns here:

Pronouns 101