InterPride is the international organization that advances the Pride movement by coordinating with global partners that share our values.

We are uniquely suited to carry out our work because InterPride:

• Works with and supports the visibility and development of Pride networks around the world, thereby contributing to the presence and influence of Pride efforts at regional and local levels.

• Gathers regional Pride platforms dedicated to producing Pride events for diverse global SOGIESC (Sexual Orientations, Gender Identities and Expressions, and Sex Characteristics) communities to learn and grow with each other.

• Manages, supports, and awards WorldPride™, global grant programs, and related initiatives.

In 1982, the National Association of Lesbian and Gay Pride Coordinators was formed in Boston, USA, with an initial membership of six USA Pride organizers. Over time membership has grown to include Pride organizers around the world, becoming InterPride in 1999. In 2021, membership totaled over 300 organizations from more than 60 countries. This growth has been matched by increasing diversity of membership. Since 2015, non-North American members have grown from 21% to 49%. This trend primarily reflects increased participation from Oceania and Global South (Africa, Asia, and South America).

The Pride movement continues to evolve. Pride has gained a presence in locations where it was previously absent or under-developed. There has also been significant growth in structures that gather Pride organizers together at a national or international level (known as Pride Platforms). This trend has created opportunities for InterPride to identify ways to better leverage regional knowledge to advance the rights of SOGIESC communities.

InterPride is governed by a Board of Directors, comprised of officers directly elected by the membership and regional representatives. Co-Chairs of Committees and Working Groups are invited to attend Board meetings to facilitate information exchange and project coordination.

We also engage contractors and consultants in specific roles to support key functions.

Vision

InterPride’s mission is to achieve legal, social, and cultural equity for SOGIESC communities through the Pride movement.

Mission

To contribute to the visibility and inclusion of diverse sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC) communities.

To connect, grow, and support Pride Platforms and networks globally

To assist the Pride movement to design and conduct human rights events that deconstruct myths, lies, and prejudices surrounding SOGIESC realities.

To maximize networking and communication across the global Pride movement, offer resources, grow, and leverage partnerships.

Pride

InterPride defines Pride as any public or semi-public gathering led by and for people of diverse SOGIESC communities that promotes visibility and inclusion.

Such gatherings take many forms, including but not limited to a parade, march, rally, festival, as well as events reflecting varying cultural practices such as pageants, traditional dance, ceremonies, and storytelling.

InterPride recognizes that the nature of Pride gatherings is influenced by political, social, and cultural contexts, including constraints imposed by at-risk environments.

A Pride organization produces a Pride event. An organization may be described as Pride-like where it does not produce a Pride event but aspires to do so. The inability to produce a Pride event may be due to factors such as the prohibition against public assembly, politically hostile environments, lack of funding, or organizational capacity.

Trust, Respect, Accountability, Diversity

Multiculturalism, Kindness, Bravery

Building a globally connected, resilient Pride movement

InterPride’s 2025–2027 Strategic Plan sets a clear direction for strengthening the global Pride movement at a time when solidarity, visibility, and collective action are more vital than ever.

Developed through a 2024 member survey and a series of strategic planning workshops in 2025, the plan identifies four focus areas that will guide InterPride’s work over the next two years: Networking, Financial Sustainability, Capacity Building, and Advocacy.

Together, these priorities reflect InterPride’s commitment to supporting Pride organisations around the world, amplifying underrepresented voices, and advancing the rights, safety, and visibility of LGBTQI and SOGIESC communities globally.

Our vision

InterPride envisions a world where every LGBTQI and SOGIESC community can thrive with dignity, equity, and freedom, supported by a globally connected, culturally inclusive, and resilient Pride movement.

Our mission

InterPride exists to uplift the global Pride movement by strengthening connections between Pride organisers, supporting shared learning and collaboration, equipping members with practical tools and knowledge, advancing member-led advocacy, and promoting financial resilience across the Pride movement.

A central priority of this plan is ensuring that underrepresented voices—especially those from the Global South—are visible, included, and supported in global Pride spaces.

Strategic focus areas

1. Networking

InterPride will foster meaningful, respectful, and strategic connections across cultures, regions, and roles.

Key actions include creating role-based member networks, facilitating themed virtual mixers and collaborative spaces, introducing structured listening sessions at Annual General Meetings, and regularly engaging the Global Advisory Council.

These efforts will help members share knowledge, build relationships, and collaborate across borders.

2. Financial Sustainability

InterPride will work to secure its long-term financial sustainability while supporting member organisations and Pride platforms with tools and resources that build resilience.

The plan includes diversifying funding sources, developing an Ethical Fundraising Framework, and exploring more efficient ways to distribute grants and scholarships.

This work is grounded in a commitment to ethical fundraising, human rights values, and support for under-resourced Pride organisations.

3. Capacity Building

InterPride will provide practical, accessible, and culturally relevant resources for Pride organisers.

Planned actions include regular webinars with activists and subject-matter experts, mandatory training for Board members, staff, and members, and improved onboarding and ongoing support for new Pride organisers and volunteers.

These efforts will strengthen member capacity in areas such as governance, safety, advocacy, fundraising, anti-racism, and anti-transphobia.

4. Advocacy

InterPride will continue to position itself as a leading global voice for Pride organisers and platforms, working in collaboration with partners to respond to urgent human rights issues.

The plan includes mobilising targeted responses to human rights emergencies and formalising an international advocacy function, such as a Global Pride Advocacy Desk.

Through this work, InterPride will help amplify member voices and raise awareness of rights violations affecting Pride organisers, Pride platforms, and event participants—particularly around the freedoms of assembly, association, and expression.

Looking ahead

The 2025–2027 Strategic Plan provides a practical roadmap for InterPride’s next chapter. Some actions are prioritised for completion within the two-year cycle based on current resources, while additional actions may move forward as further human and financial resources are secured.

At its heart, this plan is about strengthening the global Pride movement: connecting organisers, sharing knowledge, building resilience, and standing together for dignity, equity, and freedom.

InterPride looks forward to working with members, partners, and communities around the world to bring this strategic plan to life.

Most Recent IRS 990 Filing

2021 | IRS 990 Filing

Legal

InterPride is incorporated in the U.S.A. and is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization under U.S. law. It is funded by membership dues, sponsorship, merchandise sales, and donations from individuals and organizations. InterPride assists member organizations at their discretion. InterPride promotes networking, makes introductions, shares good practices, suggests ideas, mentors, offers advice, provides education/information, and assists when needed. InterPride doesn’t interfere in Member organizations’ local matters and calls for de-escalation and dialogue to build on the global impact of visibility through Pride. Member organizations and Prides worldwide design and organize their events without the direct involvement of InterPride.

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