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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Only 4 days to go until the Bi+ World Conference! 🇳🇱✨

I’m thrilled to join moderator Soudeh Rade and fellow panelists from around the globe for "Bi+ research across the world: Developments, cultural diversity & fun facts."

We’ll be discussing how researchers and activists across continents conduct, use, and advocate for research to advance bi+ inclusion and equality through both professional and personal lenses.

Counting down the days! 💖💜💙

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A little throwback to last year’s Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade on the Bi+ Netherlands float! 🌈

I’m so excited to be part of the Canal Parade again in just under two weeks. Can't wait to celebrate bi+ joy, community, and visibility on the water! 🇳🇱✨

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Just one week to go! ✈️🌈 I’m thrilled to share that I will be presenting my program, "Getting Bi: Challenging Biphobia and Bi Erasure & Creating a Culture of Inclusion," at the upcoming Bi+ World Conference in Amsterdam!

Hosted by Bi+ Nederland and Bi+ Equal from July 28–30, 2026, this three-day event brings together bi+ people from around the globe to exchange knowledge, share lived experiences, and celebrate the strength and diversity of our community through engaging workshops, panels, and connection.

I can’t wait to connect with everyone in Amsterdam! Check out the full event schedule and additional programming here: https://biplusworldconference.org/

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So excited to be heading to Amsterdam next week for the Bi+ World Conference! ✈️🌈 Looking forward to connecting with community, learning, and sharing space with so many incredible folks. See some of you there!

Watch the video here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Da4vuX7oM_m/?igsh=MXZycmxlM3Z1anh1dw==

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When we talk about LGBTQ+ advocacy and education, it is vital that we explicitly bring the B into the conversation. I love hearing that audiences leave my sessions feeling energized and poised for action. If you are looking for a speaker who can break down complex ideas in an accessible, engaging way, I would love to connect.

Visit robynochs.com or send a direct message here to book a session for your organization.

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On Thursday, June 25th, the International Imperial Court and the National LGBTQ Task Force hosted an incredibly moving ceremony adding seven new icons to the National LGBTQ Wall of Honor at the Stonewall Inn. Among the honorees was longtime bi+ activist Loraine Hutchins, who was inducted alongside visionary leaders including Barbara Gittings and Miss Major Griffin-Gracy.

It was breathtaking to be inside the Stonewall Inn for the first time. It is a place saturated with history, and it was such an honor to be invited by the hosts to speak at this event and sing the praises of Loraine Hutchins, who passed away in November. Loraine was a true bicon from whom I learned so much about activism and about integrity during the 35 years of our friendship.

After the event, several bi+ folks present gathered together on stage for a photo to celebrate Loraine's enduring legacy.

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"Bisexuality is real, I swear."

Highly recommend reading this wonderful personal essay by Maren Brooks for The Daily Californian on bisexual visibility, overcoming the pressure to "fit in," and embracing your truth: https://www.dailycal.org/bisexuality-is-real-i-swear/article_ca7fe976-cfe4-4996-8f3a-8f8d7005fb03.html

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I met this beautiful -- and VERY tall -- bi woman at the Greater Bridgeport Pride parade on June 20th, where I was a guest speaker.

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Emanuel Xavier and I were two of the performers/speakers at the Greater Bridgeport Pride Festival in Connecticut on June 20th. He read two of his powerful poems, and I spoke about identifying as bi+ in queer spaces, and about how -- when we are under assault -- it's more important than ever that we be there for each other, especially for the more marginalized members of our community. The weather was perfect, and the entire event was beautifully organized. 

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Me outside the Bridgewater Pride Center with my beautiful new bi fan at the end of the Greater Bridgeport Pride Festival in Connecticut last Saturday. It was a perfect day. I am so grateful to the folks who organized this event for all the work they put into it and for inviting me to speak at the Festival.

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Here's newly minted high-school-graduate Kai -- my brilliant, hard-working, and talented nibling-of-choice -- surrounded by their three aunties-of-choice: Amihan, Marcia, and me.

I love my chosen family so much.

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BWQ invites you to share your decisions and experiences-both good and tough—about being out at work for the upcoming Fall 2026 issue of Bi Women Quarterly: "Out at work?"

We welcome essays, reviews, poetry, short fiction, news articles, and visual art. Our submission guidelines are here: https://lnkd.in/eB5QiXGu

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For this year's Give OUT Day, Bi Women Quarterly is raising $8,000 to sustain the oldest—and currently only—bisexual+ women's publication in the world!

Since I started editing BWQ, I've watched it grow from a local newsletter into a completely free global resource. We’ve been in continuous publication since 1983, and our latest issue features voices from 10 different countries! We send print and digital copies to thousands of individuals, college campuses, and community centers, and we are fiercely committed to keeping this vital space freely accessible to all bi+ women and gender-expansive folks who need connection.

Publishing costs are rising, and we need your help to keep going without ever putting up a paywall.

Donate today to help us reach our goal: https://www.giveoutday.org/organization/Bi-Women-Quarterly

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Bisexual activist and bicon Loraine Hutchins, who passed away/became an ancestor in January of this year, is being honored on June 25th at the Stonewall Inn in NYC. She will become a 2026 National LGBTQ Wall of Honor Honoree. I have been asked to introduce her at this event. You are welcome to join us there to celebrate Loraine and others.

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This 1-ish minute video conveys the spirit of Saturday's Boston Pride for the People celebration. And Peg and I have a little cameo, too, so you can see us with the sidecar.

Thank you Jack Daryl Photography for putting this together!

55K views · 18K reactions | Pride in Boston. A fun day in Boston with a huge parade and huge turnout of people just having fun. Just great t

Pride in Boston. A fun day in Boston with a huge parade and huge turnout of people just having fun. Just great to see so many people happy a

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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!