http://equalitync.org The latest on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues and state politics in North Carolina. daily 1 2005-11-29T00:29:08Z http://equalitync.org/news1/putting-us-in-the-census-be-counted 3/17/2010 - LGBT participation in this year's census is essential. In the last census, North Carolina was reported as one of the fastest-growing states, yet it also had a sub-average response, meaning the growth was underreported. Census data is critical to many aspects of government and social services, and it directly affects what services are offered - and to whom. No publisher shawn 2010-03-17T21:54:55Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/worth-a-thousand-words-.. 3/16/2010 - Whether to educate the public, celebrate a union, or help tell stories of LGBT folks, pictures are an important tool at Equality NC. Take a look at how we're using them to work for fairness and equality for LGBT North Carolinians. No publisher shawn 2010-03-17T18:02:21Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/where-theres-a-will-....-planning-for-the-future 3/9/2010 - Everyone needs to plan for the future, both for the known and expected events, and the unwanted and unplanned ones. LGBT folks have an additional burden, since we lack many of the legal protections other citizens have. No publisher shawn 2010-03-10T16:25:32Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/unc-system-protects-lgbt-students 3/4/2010 - The University of North Carolina Board of Governors recently gave final approval to a revised student code of conduct that prohibits harassment based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Equality NC and others advocated for this inclusive policy because threats of violence and harrassment should never be ignored or dismissed. We applaud the UNC Board of Governors for recognizing and emphasizing that a safe and civil learning environment is necessary at all UNC system campuses. No publisher shawn 2010-03-05T14:16:20Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/free-concert-in-salisbury-to-benefit-equality-nc 2/24/2010 - The Gay Men’s Chorus of Charlotte and Salisbury/Rowan PFLAG are presenting “A Family Affair” a 13-movement, 45-minute song cycle entitled, “This House Shall Stand: Songs of My Family.” The event is free, but donations will be accepted and proceeds will benefit Equality NC. No publisher shawn 2010-02-24T18:36:14Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/what-to-do-when-it-happens-to-you 2/11/2010 - Discrimination is awful. When you're insulted because you're LGBT, it hurts. When you're fired for being queer, it makes you feel powerless. When you're denied housing based on gender identity, it dehumanizes you. However, you don't have to - and shouldn't - just accept it. No publisher shawn 2010-02-11T20:53:39Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/welcome-aboard 2/9/2010 - Equality NC welcomes Lorraine Johnson and Chevara Orrin to the board, while Equality NC Foundation welcomes new board members Chanda Fausphoul and Pamela Jones. No publisher shawn 2010-02-10T17:36:39Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/plan-today-then-act-in-may 2/4/2010 - Save the date now for Equality NC's upcoming Day of Action on Tuesday, May 25. Join hundreds of our supporters in letting the legislature know the issues that matter to us! No publisher shawn 2010-02-05T15:20:41Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/as-the-world-interns-.. 1/27/2010 - Equality NC is pleased to welcome our interns for spring 2010: Jack Grote, Brant Miller, and Danielle O'Bryan. We also welcome back Aaron Camp and Hillary Waugh. No publisher shawn 2010-01-28T22:45:04Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/power-to-the-people 1/26/2010 - Equality NC is proud to present, in conjunction with UNC's Lambda Law Students Association, two power of attorney workshops. While marriage provides more than a thousand rights to couples, many of which cannot be gained through any other civil contract, some very important basic ones can be achieved with a power of attorney (POA). No publisher shawn 2010-01-27T14:44:47Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/year-end-grants-to-equality-nc-foundation 1/5/2010 - Equality NC Foundation received a number of grants in December for support of our education and advocacy efforts to secure LGBT-inclusive employment nondiscrimination protections in North Carolina. No publisher kay 2010-01-06T17:08:44Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/picturing-equality-i-we-want-.. 1/4/2010 - Equality NC is developing a new photo initiative to educate the public on what fairness is really about, and we need your help. No publisher shawn 2010-01-05T15:49:19Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/q-notes-names-ian-palmquist-as-2009-person-of-the-year 12/30/2009 - Equality NC Executive Director Ian Palmquist was named as 2009 Person of the Year by Q-Notes in honor of ENC's recent legislative successes under his leadership, as well as Ian's decade of service to the LGBT community. No publisher shawn 2009-12-30T15:33:23Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/equality-north-carolinas-2009-achievements 12/17/2009 - As the end of the year approaches, we take a moment to look back at what we've achieved together this year. Thanks to our amazing supporters across the state, we truly made history in our state and in the South. Our staff and boards are so grateful for everyone who made these victories possible. Read on for highlights from this amazing year. No publisher ian 2009-12-17T20:51:05Z News Item http://equalitync.org/news1/20091216 12/16/2009 - As the decade draws to a close, a new report shows the past 10 years have been a period of dramatic gains in equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in America. Two-thirds of the 36 statistical indicators compiled in A Decade of Progress on LGBT Rights showed significant advances, including sharp increases in the number of LGBT Americans protected by nondiscrimination and family recognition legislation at the state level. Just over a quarter of the indicators were negative, and two showed mixed results. No publisher ian 2009-12-16T20:24:04Z News Item