We Are A Premium LGBTI+ Business Network

LGBTI+ business owners in South Africa and the SADC region at large.

Who are We?

The PLUS. LGBTI+ Business Network aims to champion, promote, support and empower South African lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex [LGBTI] business owners and entrepreneurs with valuable opportunities to learn, network, do business and prosper, contributing to the redress of the structural and economic injustices of our past. PLUS intends to address scarce employment opportunities, and discrimination in the workplace of LGBTI people in South Africa, which are harmful to their wellbeing.

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OUR MISSION

To champion, promote, support, and empower South African LGBTI business owners and entrepreneurs with valuable opportunities to learn, network, do business and prosper, contributing to the redress of the structural social and economic injustice of our past.

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OUR VISION

To build a dynamic, thriving and visible South African LGBTI business community for an inclusive, free and equitable society that celebrates.

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OUR VALUES

Equality, Freedom, Respect for human rights, Community pride, Belief in the value and talents of the LGBTI community, Empowerment and mentorship, Professionalism, Excellence, Credibility, Bridge-building, Collaborative power, Creativity.

OUR FOCUS AREAS

Support

Supporting the establishment and strengthening of LGBTI inclusive workplaces;

Enterprise development

Enhancing the knowledge and skills of LGBTI+ entrepreneurs through several classroom coaching and programs; and training.

Certification

Verifying that eligible businesses are majority LGBTI+ owned and subsequently granting access to more economic opportunities.

Advocacy

Advocacy to create fair, equitable and inclusive business environments to support LGBTI+ businesses.

Networking

Providing networking opportunities to LGBTI+ entrepreneurs to help them meet their business needs.

Economic Empowerment

Addressing homophobia and discrimination in workplaces and ensuring economic inclusion of LGBTI+ persons.

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Past Programmes

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Ongoing Programmes

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Future Projects

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Partners

Member Testimonials

This Community wouldn't have come at a better time in my life, i have been limited because of my sexual orientation but ever since i joined this community i have really felt at home.

John Allison

Smme Owner

I joined LGBTI Plus business network in 2019 since then the network has been supportive, I was selected to pitch on one of the grant programs for the investors panel. PLUS also do support 4 Atleha Wear by purchasing promotional product from us and providing leads. 06 November 2020. I was selected as a third winner for the day by PLUS and UBER. 21 August 2020 I was featured on showcasing of PLUS member’s businesses.

Managing Director at 4 Atleha Wear (Pty)

Mpiloyethu Singo

Appreciaion to LGBTIQ PLUS with their support with implementing our 1st Annual Midrand Pride Celebration on the 16th December 2021. Much appreciation to young entrepreneurs to be part of this initiative.

Tamatiso Entertainment.

Our Partners

One of our strengths as the organization is being affiliated to the NGLCC with its global network and affiliates as listed below. 17 plus International LGBTI Chambers and Business Networks Present.

Our Affiliates

Want to Know More?

Feel free to Get in touch , our friendly Stuff are always ready to attend to any of your questions.