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Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce Membership Applications Playbook

Welcome to the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce! We are delighted that you are considering joining our vibrant and inclusive community.

Championing LGBTQIA+ contribution in Philippine business. As Asia's first LGBT Chamber of Commerce, we are an industry organization of businesses of, by, and for Philippine LGBTQIA+. The thrust of the organization is business excellence and national economic development via the efforts of its LGBTQIA+ members and allies.

This document outlines essential information for membership applications. Once you’ve gone through them and with the necessary documents available, you may begin filling out the application form.

Minimum Membership Requirements include:

The enterprise/company/brand must be legally registered and operating within the Philippines;

For enterprises/companies/brands that are not operating within the Philippines, it should be at least 50% co-owned or co-founded by a natural-born Filipino or someone of Filipino descent.

The enterprise/company/brand should be operating for more than one (1) year;

A completely filled-out application form;

The company/organization should be at least 50% queer- or ally-owned, queer- or ally-led or that queer people/allies take up various key positions;

The organization advocates for good governance in the private and public sectors, understanding that it leads to sustainable economic development;

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion - a demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within the organization, with specific initiatives supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. This could include:

gender-neutral pricing for services and applicable products,

non-discrimination policies that are in place and implemented, support for LGBTQIA+ employees,

presence of training and awareness programs,

equal opportunity employment,

supplier diversity,

CSRs that benefit the LGBTQIA+ community; and

commitment of its leadership on the initiatives that promote DEI in businesses.

Compliance with Local Laws - compliance with all local laws and regulations related to employment, discrimination, and human rights; and

Commitment to support functions and events endorsed by PLCC.

Submitting this application form will subject your company or organization in a screening process by our Board of Directors, and we will reach out should there be any need for clarifications or supplementary documents.

After reviewing and approving your application, we will grant you membership, advise you of any membership fees, and proceed to onboarding.

New Membership announcements will be made quarterly.

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As a member, you will join a dynamic network that champions diversity, promotes inclusive business practices, and provides a supportive environment for your professional and personal growth.

By becoming a PLCC Member, you get to enjoy the following:

Corporate membership with the Philippine LGBT Chamber of Commerce.

Inclusion of your company name in our roster of Corporate Members.

Inclusion of your company's brand or logo in our publications, collaterals, and promotional campaigns in PLCC’s various media platforms.

Exclusive access to Chamber events, programs, and engagements. These include networking, speaking, or learning events spread throughout the year.

Executive SOGIESC Program – A high‐level Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC) Executive Course developed for an organization’s Executive Committee (c‐level and senior‐level leaders) is one of the most foundational requirements in initiating dialogues around inclusion programs and policies in the workplace. Our top‐down approach ensures that your senior leaders are aware of the impact of diversity and inclusion in an organization, its benefits, along with challenges expected in initiating these programs. All these through the POV and lens of leadership.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) for Business Environments Program – Every company needs a guide to follow as it begins to engage in DEI initiatives. The PLCC will create blueprints for organizations for this purpose. A member company will have access to the program that includes customized activities based on the level and depth of diversity and inclusion in its workplace and in its various areas of work.

Corporate Membership offerings are set out in phases throughout the yearly membership of an organization.

Access to custom training programs tailor-made to the needs of the brand/organization.

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Membership Fees

Membership Fees

CLASSIFICATION

ASSET SIZE

FEES

MICRO

>/= Php3,000,000)

Waived/Voluntary

SMALL

Php3,001,000 to Php15,000,000

PHP1,500

MEDIUM

Php15,000,001 - Php100,000,000

PHP10,000

LARGE

>/= Php100,000,001

PHP50,000

Non-profit and Non-government Membership

N/A

PHP10,000

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Kindly fill out the form completely. If you have any clarifications, feel free to reach out to us via lgbtph.secretariat@gmail.com.

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