This evening, Just Us for All (JUFA) will host their second annual “We Are Not Bashful” march and rally to increase the visibility of the local LGBT community and to draw attention to continued acts … Read More
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The Reality of Will and Grace
This summer, the antigay group, Exodus International, will hold a conference in Black Mountain, NC, entitled “The Reality of Grace.” In response the local LGBT community is organizing ”The Reality of Will and Grace: a … Read More
Honoring the Life of Martha McLean
Martha McLean was an activist, librarian, singer-songwriter, daughter, friend, and partner who, at age 57, passed away on May 3, 2011, after a 19-month journey with breast cancer. Martha made her home in Asheville, NC, … Read More
Domestic Partnerships Start on May 2, 2011 in Asheville, NC
Asheville, NC, will begin offering Domestic Partnerships to same-sex couples on May 2, 2011. The Domestic Partnership Registry (DPR) is open to same-sex couples from anywhere. The registry will be administered by the City Clerk’s … Read More
An Amazing Gift from Allies
Dear friends of ours – a straight couple who are incredible allies to LGBT folks – just did something amazing. When filing their taxes, they were able to easily calculate how much they saved by … Read More
Act to Repeal the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA)
Take action to repeal the federal DOMA. Connect to the Human Rights Campaign’s action center to send a message to your legislators.
Read MoreOppose the anti-gay amendment in the NC House
The anti-gay amendment that was introduced in the NC Senate has now been introduced in the NC House. Take action here with Equality NC to urge your Representative to oppose it.
Read MoreEmployment Equality in NC
Equality NC announces that “Senator Josh Stein and Representative Paul Luebke [soon] will be filing bills to prohibit discrimination against state employees on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity.” Show support by clicking … Read More
Equality NC Hiring 2 Community Organizers
Know anyone who’s ready to be a Community Organizer for Equality NC, focusing on efforts to beat the anti-gay amendment? Find all the information here.
Read MoreLatest on Anti-Gay Amendment in NC
This News and Observer article includes a thorough run down of where things stand with the anti-gay amendment that’s been proposed in the NC Senate. In an interview, Mecklenberg County Commissioner Bill James, a supporter … Read More
