The purposes of the INFORMS PRIDE Forum shall be:
- To encourage collaborative ties among individuals who share the objective of supporting and championing the interests of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and other (LGBTQ+) community.
- To encourage discussion and interaction among individuals having interest in fostering an equitable, inclusive, and safe environment for LGBTQ+ community in the profession of Operations Research and the Management Sciences.
- To encourage all forms of support for careers in Operations Research and the Management Sciences of individuals who self-identify as LGBTQ+ community members, and to publicize the successes of these individuals.
- Advise the Institute Board on issues facing the LGBTQ+ community in the profession.