In Our Own Voices

08/12/2026

🟣 Project Violet is about making room for what matters: honest conversation, connection, and a space where LGBT women and non-binary folks are centered and affirmed.

Our next meet-up is on Wednesday, August 19 from 6–7:30pm at 21 1st Street, 2nd Fl, Troy, NY. With dinner and snacks provided 😋

See you there?

08/07/2026

You're invited to Pride Day New York State Fair!

Check out the full lineup below ⬇️ Including a performance by Melissa Etheridge!

Join us on Pride Day at the Great New York State Fair, Friday August 28! Come celebrate and enjoy these special events, with more to come.

08/06/2026

Fresh and local 🌿🍅

Our Community Roots Pantry is now offering *no-cost* fresh produce, medicinal herbs, and farm-fresh eggs through our partnership with Soul Fire Farm's Solidarity Shares Program.

Deliveries are available every Friday through November, while supplies last!

Appointments are encouraged. To learn more or schedule a visit, call 518-432-4188.

📍 Community Roots Pantry
245 Lark Street, Albany, NY

08/05/2026

🟣 Project Violet won't be meeting today....

But we can't wait to see you at our next group meeting on Wednesday, August 19 from 6–7:30pm

This meet-up is for LGBT women and non-binary folks to connect, share, and feel seen! With dinner and snacks provided 😋

📍 21 1st St, Fl 2, Troy, NY

08/05/2026

Stop by for lunch today ⬇️

We're hosting a community BBQ at 200 Green St. from 12-3pm ♨️ Stop by for hot dogs and snacks, resources, and to learn more about how we can support you!

08/04/2026

ICYMI: Check out our *final* IG live with Dominique Jackson and Kasey Charles below ⬇️

During this SexTRANSations, we talked about reclaiming pleasure, breaking shame, and owning truth!

08/04/2026

TOMORROW: Let’s get cooking ♨️

Keep summer rolling with us at our next Community BBQ in partnership with Alliance for Positive Health!

Staff will be onsite with resources and support, as well as free and confidential STI testing.

Lunch and games are also on us: hot dogs (vegan ones too), drinks, Connect Four, and Uno!

📍200 Green Street,
Tomorrow, August 5 | 12-3pm

08/03/2026

Missed us on Saturday! No WORRIES!

08/03/2026

Creating more inclusive communities starts with education.

Did you know we offer virtual and in-person trainings?

These sessions equip organizations and professionals with the tools to better serve LGBTQ+ BIPOC communities: from LGBTQ+ cultural awareness and implicit bias to intersectionality and sexual health.

Learn more below ⬇️
https://ioov.org/programs-and-services/training-and-technical-assistance

07/31/2026

Our August calendar is live!

And we can't wait to see you at next month's group meetings, Community BBQ, and our WSW Ask a Sexpert event 🤗

See it all below ⬇️

In Our Own Voices, Inc. Serving the needs of Le***an, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender People of Color, Our Friends and Families.