Parity

Builds bridges between LGBTQ+ communities and diverse faith traditions through dialogue and collaboration

Primary audience
LGBTQ+ and Faith Communities
Work area
Dialogue and Bridge-Building
Topic
LGBTQ+ and Faith Reconciliation

About Organization

Parity is a faith-based nonprofit headquartered in New York City that works to heal divisions between LGBTQ+ people and faith communities. The organization partners with diverse religious groups and secular organizations to foster understanding and create surprising friendships across the LGBTQ+ and faith divide. Through signature programs like Holy Dialogues, Blessed by Difference, and Religious Freedom initiatives, Parity promotes healing by embracing rather than minimizing faith and conviction.

What They Focus On

Faith Community Engagement

Partnering with diverse religious traditions to create welcoming spaces for LGBTQ+ dialogue and foster institutional change

Dialogue Facilitation

Leading structured conversations between LGBTQ+ individuals and faith leaders to build mutual understanding and respect

Religious Liberty Advocacy

Advancing LGBTQ+ religious freedom and exploring how faith and equality can coexist and strengthen communities

How They Work

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  • 01

    Partner with Communities

    Establish relationships with diverse faith communities and secular LGBTQ+ organizations across differences

  • 02

    Create Safe Spaces

    Design structured dialogue programs where participants can share stories and explore perspectives with curiosity

  • 03

    Foster Understanding

    Guide conversations that build empathy and challenge assumptions between LGBTQ+ people and faith communities

  • 04

    Build Lasting Bridges

    Cultivate ongoing relationships and friendships that transform perspectives and heal historical divides permanently

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Parity

Holy Dialogues

Facilitated conversations bringing together LGBTQ+ individuals and faith community members to build understanding and connection

Converge Groups

Small group gatherings creating ongoing relationships between traditionally rejecting faiths and LGBTQ+ people and families

Blessed by Difference

Programs celebrating diversity and fostering appreciation for different perspectives across the sacred-secular divide

Religious Freedom

Initiatives advocating for LGBTQ+ religious liberty and exploring the intersection of faith and equality

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Parity.

Team information not available.

Contact

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Phone

8014523674
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