Pride at PPPSW: Where Inclusion Isn’t Just a Value—It’s a Practice

June 18, 2025

At Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest, Pride Month is more than a celebration—it’s a reflection of who we are. At Planned Parenthood, we work to ensure that everyone who walks through our doors—and everyone on our team—feels seen, respected, and supported.

That commitment extends beyond June, and far beyond patient care. We believe the people caring for our communities deserve care, too. That’s why inclusion is woven into every part of the employee experience—from hiring and training to connection, collaboration, and growth.

Our teams reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. And we’re intentional about creating a culture where all identities are not only welcomed but affirmed. It’s not just something we say, it’s something we do, every day, together.

LGBTQ+ staff at PPPSW are supported to thrive. Our voluntary, employee-led LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group creates space for dialogue, builds community, and plays a vital role in how we move forward—together.

And it’s no surprise that our commitment to equity is reflected not only in what we provide, but in who provides it. Every patient experience is shaped by a compassionate, diverse team—people who lead with respect and honor every choice.

We’re proud to offer LGBTQ+ inclusive health care—delivered by professionals who understand that affirming someone’s identity can be life-changing. That includes:

• Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy (GAHT)
• STI testing and treatment
• PrEP, PEP, DoxyPEP, and Apertude
• Rapid HIV testing
• Referrals for additional gender-affirming services
• A patient experience designed to reflect chosen names and pronouns from start to finish

Because we know health care is about more than treatment, it’s about trust.

Looking for a Place Where You Can Be You?

If you’re passionate about reproductive freedom, health equity, and LGBTQ+ advocacy, we want to meet you. At PPPSW, we’re building a workplace where care, courage, and community are more than values—they’re lived every day.

👉 pppswcareers.org/opportunities

Here, your work matters. And who you are matters even more.