In 2015 the journey began advocating for additional inclusive awareness training in the wedding and event industry.
In 2021, Ric Simmons Founder & President of IWA and Publisher of INCLUSIVE, the magazine was awarded "Speaker of the Year" by the local NACE chapter for his presentation "Being More Inclusive In Your Business".
"Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices," is information couples want vendors to know!
Step #1 - Join the Inclusive Wedding Alliance and receive the Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices. A 12 month subscription. $79.95.
"Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices" is a ten step, 12-month subscription that is included in every Alliance Ally memberships. It's the "IWA Handbook," for all Alliance Allies. The Ten Step program was created to elevate inclusive awareness and inclusive practices for LGBTQIA+ couples.
Once you join The Alliance, your subscription to the Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices will begin. You will be asked to create an account to gain full access to the digital e-book. That same account is where you will go each time to view the digital e-book. You can also use the link below to access your account any time.
Once you complete Step #10, please email your "Alliance & Pledge" to ally@inclusiveweddingalliance.com.
You will receive a 12-month digital listing inside INCLUSIVE, the magazine, Wedding Index
Level Up!
Ally Partners and Ally Sponsors receive an online profile, including advertising in INCLUSIVE, the magazine. Details are below.
"No matter where you are in your inclusive awareness knowledge, there's a place for you at the Inclusive Wedding Alliance." Ric Simmons
1. Alliance Ally - $79.95 annually - 12-month Ten Step subscription + INCLUSIVE Directory listing. Introductory Price Ends June 30, 2023.
2. Alliance Partner - $250.00 annually - 12-month Ten Step subscription + INCLUSIVE Directory listing + Website Profile + one full-page INCLUSIVE display ad.
3. Alliance Sponsor - $500.00 annually - 12-month Ten Step subscription + INCLUSIVE Directory listing + Website Profile + two full-page INCLUSIVE display ads.
"Creating a stronger inclusive wedding and event community through authentic discussions and conversations of inclusiveness!" - Ric Simmons
INCLUSIVE, the magazine - Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities
Inclusive Wedding Alliance Ally
An Alliance Ally Receives:
A Twelve-Month subscription to Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices: Information Couples Want Vendors To Know.
A Twelve-Month Directory Listing.
An Alliance Inclusive Certification Badge for your website and social media platforms.
Total - $79.95/year
Introductory Offer Ending
Price Increase July 1, 2023
Click Alliance Ally link below. Automatic access & download.
Inclusive Wedding Alliance Sponsor
An Alliance Ally Sponsor Receives:
A Twelve-Month subscription to the Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices: Information Couples Want Vendors To Know.
Two, Full-Page Display Ad in the INCLUSIVE magazine.
2023 IWA Digital Wedding Ally Directory
A Twelve-Month Listing in the Inclusive Wedding Alliance 2023 Digital Wedding Directory.
A complementary website and social media Inclusivity Evaluation.
An Alliance & Pledge Certification Badge for your website and social media platforms.
An IWA Alliance Sponsor Ally Badge
A comprehensive ally profile in our Directory of Ally Sponsors.
Your profile includes a welcome video linked to IWA’s YouTube channel, a portfolio of images and your business description. A headshot and client reviews. Partner profiles are linked to social media platforms, websites, and the digital directory.
Total - $500/year
Click Alliance Ally Sponsor to join. A link will be emailed for access to your "Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices".
Inclusive Wedding Alliance Partner
An Alliance Ally Partner Receives:
A Twelve-Month subscription to Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices: Information Couples Want Vendors To Know.
A Twelve-Month Directory Listing.
A complementary website and social media Inclusivity Evaluation.
One, Full-Page Display Ad in the INCLUSIVE magazine.
An Alliance Inclusive Certification Badge for your website and social media platforms.
A comprehensive online profile in our Directory of Ally Partners.
Your profile includes a welcome video linked to IWA’s YouTube channel, a portfolio of images and your business description. A headshot and client reviews. Partner profiles are linked to social media platforms, websites, and the digital directory.
Total - $250/year
Click Alliance Ally Partner to join. A link will be emailed for access the "Ten Steps To Inclusive Practices" e-book.
$5000.00/year
Create a Wedding Business Sponsor Profile
Includes:
• 1 Featured Image
• 1 main image
• Up to 12 images
• 500 words of supporting text
• Website & email links
• Social media links
• Unlimited category tags
• “Welcome” Instagram announcement
• Reserved Homepage Featured Vendor
• Placement
• Company logo placement on Sponsor Page
• Two Priority annual conference tickets and two VIP Opening Reception tickets.
• Complementary display ad in the annual conference & LGBTQ+ Wedding Directory.
Please complete the Membership Application
Once completed, please email the application with your required documents to Member@NationalGayWeddingAssociation.org
Once received, our membership chairperson will review your social media accounts to evaluate your representation of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC couples according to our board’s approval standards.
We will also take time to answer your questions. All memberships are officially approved by our Board of Directors. Membership credentials will be emailed once approved.