Donnya Piggott

Donnya “Zi” Piggott, a tech entrepreneur, designer, and human rights advocate from Barbados, cofounded B-GLAD in 2012, a support organization for LGBTQ+ individuals in her country. Her own experience as a young homeless lesbian inspired her activism, aiming to create a safe and supportive community for others in similar situations. Piggott’s work emphasizes the importance of recognizing everyone’s humanity and advocating for equal rights and opportunities, particularly focusing on legal protections and employment equality.

Her efforts gained international recognition when she received Queen Elizabeth’s Young Leaders Award in 2015. Currently serving as CEO and Co-Founder of Pink Coconuts, Piggott continues her mission by connecting LGBTQ+ travelers with friendly accommodations worldwide and empowering local communities. Her dedication to social impact earned her accolades, like being named the winner of the Sustainable Development Goal 10 Challenge by One Young World in 2019.