The 2024 PowerOn Awards Ceremony was a night to remember! Hosted at Hogan Lovells in Washington, D.C., the event brought together a community of program supporters to celebrate the groundbreaking achievements of this year’s PowerOn Award winners, as well as continue to amplify the need for the LGBTQ+ community's access to technology.
The PowerOn Program has been operating for 9 years. The work that the program accomplishes could not be done without the help and involvement of all of our supporters, LGBTQ+ centers, and individuals who strive to make a change in the community. As of 2024, the PowerOn Program has reached 141 Centers in 40 states and territories and our technology has reached over 298,000 individuals, distributing an estimated $155,886 worth of technology.
Explore the program’s impact in our newly released 2023 PowerOn Impact Report.
This year, PowerOn recognized individuals and organizations that have gone above and beyond in advancing technology, community empowerment, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. The 2024 award recipients represent a wide spectrum of impact, from driving health equity to fostering community resilience, and their work continues to inspire.
Our award winners included:
PowerOn Change Agent Award: E.C. Pizarro III, a technology experience strategist and community advocate, recognized for his dedication to uplifting TLGBQIA+ communities and fostering long-term growth through his leadership at TransTech Social and Marsha’s Web.
PowerOn Community Empowerment Agent Award: Camille Danyell Lewis, an activist and Executive Director of ColorNRaw, honored for her relentless efforts in reducing barriers to HIV prevention and advocating for the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals, especially in marginalized communities.
PowerOn Superstar Center Award: Montgomery Pride United, celebrated for their commitment to providing safe spaces and essential resources for LGBTQIA+ individuals in the Deep South, serving as a lifeline for the local community.
PowerOn Trailblazer Award: Axolotl Martin del Campo, a holistic wellness advocate and founder of the C³ Project, recognized for their contributions to health equity and holistic healing through food, movement, and community.
PowerOn Visionary Award: ComputerCare, awarded for their innovative approach to IT Asset Management and dedication to supporting hybrid work environments with empathy and accountability.
The evening was not only a celebration of past achievements but also a moment to look forward to the future of the PowerOn program. Our guests had the opportunity to hear powerful stories from the award winners, learn about the program’s upcoming initiatives, and network with fellow advocates and allies.
We would like to extend our sincerest thanks to Hogan Lovells DC for generously hosting this year's ceremony, your support has made this event a continued success!
The 2024 PowerOn Awards Ceremony was a celebration of passion, purpose, and progress, and we couldn’t be more excited to continue this journey with you. Here’s to another year of innovation and impact! Learn more about us.
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