The Philippine Financial & Inter-Industry Pride (PFIP) has once again been recognized for its unwavering commitment to building equitable, safe, and empowering workplaces, earning the prestigious Ripple of Inclusivity for Gender Diversity Award at LoveYourself’s Ripple Awards.
The honor highlights PFIP’s decade-long dedication to advancing LGBTQ+ inclusion across industries and strengthening the next generation of leaders who will shape a more diverse and inclusive future.
For PFIP, the award is a testament to years of deliberate, people-centered programming that continues to influence corporate culture and community empowerment nationwide. Through large-scale initiatives such as the annual Pride Summit, the flagship LeaderLab program, and its roster of workplace inclusion trainings that span SOGIESC education, policy development, leadership coaching, and allyship building, PFIP has helped hundreds of companies strengthen their diversity frameworks and embed inclusion into organizational DNA.
PFIP Chair Angelo Camaya expressed how meaningful the award is to the organization. “This recognition reflects the collective commitment of our member organizations, volunteers, and partners who believe that inclusion is not just a program but a practice,” he said.
“Every training we deliver, every LeaderLab session we hold, every Pride Summit we organize – it all contributes to a workplace landscape where LGBTQ+ professionals are seen, valued, and empowered to lead. This award reminds us why we do the work and why we must continue pushing forward.”
Beyond the workplace, PFIP has expanded its advocacy to support the next generation through the Rainbow Youth Academy, a pioneering initiative that equips aspiring young leaders with skills in leadership, storytelling, community engagement, and advocacy. By nurturing future champions for equality, PFIP ensures that the movement for LGBTQ+ empowerment grows stronger, more informed, and more inclusive with every passing year.
PFIP Trustee and Executive Secretary Ivan Garong emphasized the broader impact of the organization’s efforts. “When workplaces commit to diversity and inclusion, the effect goes beyond corporate walls—it transforms families, communities, and industries,” he shared.
“The Ripple Award is a reminder that every initiative we roll out, from leadership programs to youth empowerment, creates waves of change. We are proud, honored, and even more driven to continue building spaces where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.”
With more companies joining PFIP’s network each year and more individuals stepping into leadership roles shaped by its programs, the organization’s influence continues to expand across sectors.
The Ripple of Inclusivity for Gender Diversity Award stands not only as recognition of PFIP’s current impact but also as a celebration of the ripples it will continue to create – ripples that inspire courage, strengthen collaboration, and move the Philippines toward a more inclusive and equitable future.
