For the fourth consecutive year, fiber broadband and technology provider Converge ICT Solutions Inc. participated in Pride Month celebrations, joining the LGBTQIA+ community in the ‘Love Laban sa Diliman Pride PH Festival 2025’.
As the event’s official connectivity partner again this year, Converge provided the event’s internet requirements, connecting the Pride Expo to the wider LGBTQIA+ community online, and enhancing online engagement.
“Supporting events like the Pride fest is part of our commitment to building a more inclusive and connected society,” said Converge VP and Head of Corporate Communications and Public Relations Jay-Anne Encarnado, who also participated in the march.
She noted that Converge as an organization advocates for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belongingness (DEIB) in the workplace by putting policies in place to make sure that everyone feels seen, respected, and supported.
More than 30 employees from Converge showed their support by taking part in the Pride parade, on behalf of the company, in a move said to “embody the values of love, acceptance, and self-pride”.
In addition to their presence at the parade, Converge set up a booth where festival-goers could take memorable photos and enjoy fun games and giveaways.
Since 2022, Converge has actively participated in Pride Fest, continually endorsing initiatives that promote diversity and foster community bonding. And for the past two years, the company has served as the official connectivity partner of Pride PH for the said gathering.
“For me, this is a great initiative that gives us a chance to stand for equality and take part in something worthwhile. It was also a nice break from work and a memorable experience to share with my fellow employees,” said Converge IT Department Customer Technology Services IT UAM Senior Engineer Christine May Elebada, one of the Converge employees who volunteered to join the event.
“Being part of this event was such a great experience. It felt good to step out from our usual work stuff and do something meaningful. Being there with my workmates who share the same support made the experience even better. I’d definitely be up for doing it again next year,” added Francis Miko Valiente from Converge IT Business Solutions Management.
Love Laban sa Diliman was organized by Pride PH, in collaboration with the Quezon City government and the University of the Philippines – Diliman.
Converge also held a webinar on DEI last June 23, with 160 employees attending the webinar focused on two insightful talks: one from a strong gender and social advocate and another, from the company’s internal champion for sustainability and inclusion.
