Robyn Ochs

Robyn Ochs is a US-based speaker, grassroots activist, and editor of Bi Women Quarterly and two anthologies: the 42-country collection Getting Bi: Voices of Bisexuals Around the World and RECOGNIZE: The Voices of Bisexual Men. An advocate for the rights of people of ALL orientations and genders to live safely, openly and with full access and opportunity, Robyn’s work focuses on increasing awareness and understanding of complex identities and mobilizing people to be powerful allies to one another within and across identities and social movements, with special interest in bi+ health, the experiences of bi+ people in the workplace, the global bi+ movement, and bi and LGBTQIA+ youth. Robyn was named by Teen Vogue as one of “9 Bisexual Women Who are Making History.”

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Yesterday was Boston Pride. This amazing human designed this costume, which I believe weighs 18 pounds and wore it all day long. He ended up leading the bi+ contingent which was organized by the Bisexual Resource Center. Everybody looked great!

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My June & July schedule is packed with incredible Pride events, from local town programs in Concord to a visit to the historic Stonewall Inn, corporate spaces, and international conferences like the Bi+ World Conference in Amsterdam.

There is still time to book a workshop or keynote for the summer or get a head start on the upcoming school year. Visit www.robynochs.com to secure a date!

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New issue of Bi Women Quarterly is out NOW!

This issue's theme is "Dear _" Readers were asked to write a letter to someone who has impacted their bi+ identity in some way and let them know how they feel. Maybe it's a parent who didn't react well to their coming out, a public figure who changed their life by example, or a lawmaker who's trying to take away their rights, a first same-gender crush, or a love letter to their partner of 20 years."

We are grateful to everyone who submitted their letters, poetry, essays, and visual art.

Bi Women Quarterly

The Bi Women Quarterly is a grassroots publication produced by the Boston Bisexual Women’s Network. We have been in continuous publication s

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Happy Pride Month! 🌈✨

Now more than ever, it is vital that we show up, stand proud, and visibly celebrate our identities and our community.

Wishing everyone a safe, proud, and powerful Pride!

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So excited to finally share that I will be a Bi+ World Conference Ambassador this year! 🌍✨

I’ll be heading to Amsterdam from July 28–30 for the conference, and I can't wait to connect with the community, share space, and dive into all the incredible programming.

You can find all the details and grab your tickets here to join us: https://biplus.nl/agenda/biplus-world-conference-lets-drift-together/

Let me know if you're planning to attend—I'd love to see you there!

#BiWorldConference #BiPlus #BiVisibility #Amsterdam2026 #BiCommunity

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Shared this a few weeks ago, but it’s hitting even harder today. A good reminder of where the real issues lie.

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Today is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia & Transphobia (#IDAHOBIT).

With anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and discriminatory actions rising across the U.S., today's reminder is more important than ever. Our work is far from over. True inclusion requires an active, daily commitment to challenging hate and building safe, authentic spaces for everyone.

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Today is the 22nd anniversary of the first day of marriage equality in Massachusetts.

For me and Peg, for our dear friends Carla and Megan, and for so many others, it is also our 22nd wedding anniversary. The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled on 11/18/03 that: "...barring an individual from the protections, benefits, and obligations of civil marriage solely because that person would marry a person of the same sex violates the Massachusetts Constitution."

In a time when the fundamental rights of LGBTQIA+ people in the U.S. are increasingly under threat, these words are meaningful. I am grateful to live in a state that upholds and protects our rights.

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Gerrymandering has reached a point where it is actively undermining our democracy. To fix this race to the bottom, we need federal legislation that takes map-drawing away from partisan politicians and establishes independent commissions and one set of rules for the entire country.

By doing this, we can create competitive elections and maps that reflect the true will of the people—not just the interests of the party in power. It’s time to return to a system where voters choose their legislators, rather than legislators choosing their voters.

Read this article about the gerrymandering happening now: https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/supreme-court-sets-gerrymandering-frenzy

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With Pride Month just around the corner, it is always an honor to see how these conversations stay with people long after a workshop ends. My goal is to move beyond simple definitions and help teams understand the true, fluid nature of identity.

If your organization is looking to move past the binary and build a more inclusive culture this June and beyond, I’d love to work with you. I am currently booking for the second half of the year!

Visit my website to learn more about my workshops and programs: https://robynochs.com/

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How broken and twisted is this man that he requires such constant validation? I'm so glad that I won't need to renew my passport until the next administration.

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The Legal Accountability Center is filing a complaint against EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas, alleging she is overstepping her authority to undermine DEI programs and stall anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination investigations.

These actions are a calculated attempt to intimidate employers and weaken the federal protections the commission is meant to uphold. We cannot allow civil rights enforcement to be used as a tool for exclusion.

Full story here: https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/04/the-nominated-eeoc-head-wants-to-end-diversity-programs-one-organization-is-fighting-back/

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Pride Month is just around the corner, and I am currently booking workshops and webinars for June 2026. Whether we are exploring the nuances of identity or building more inclusive spaces together, I would love to bring one of my programs to your community.

You can learn more about my current offerings and find booking information at www.robynochs.com. Let's make this Pride a time of meaningful connection and growth.

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Day one, seven hours after returning home from knee surgery.  Excellent care and supervision from the medical team at the surgery center and at home.  Peg is being wonderful. 

Also, I don’t think I’m being charged for the supplemental CAT scans which seem to be happening on an ongoing basis.  

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It is wonderful to see this retrospective of the "Getting Bi" program I facilitated in Amsterdam back in July 2025. What a perfect day!

Speaking of Amsterdam, I am already looking forward to returning there in July 2026 for the Bi+ World Conference. It is always a joy to connect with this community. 💖💜💙

Read the recap here: https://biplus.nl/getting-bi-with-robyn-ochs-a-retrospective/

More info on the 2026 conference: https://biplusworldconference.org/

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Monday was International Transgender Day of Visibility. Even as trans people are being attacked and scapegoated by the right, they are more visible than ever.

New HRC data offers two rays of sunshine: the percentage of Americans who know a trans person has risen by 10%, and 85% believe trans people deserve the same rights and protections as everyone else. Support is growing despite the climate.

As HRC Honors Transgender Day of Visibility, New Data Finds Strong Link Between Knowing a Trans Person and Supporting Trans Equality Report