Equality NC News
The latest on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues and state politics in North Carolina.
Calling All Sponsors!
7/28/2010 - Equality NC Foundation cordially invites individuals and organizations to sponsor the 2010 Equality Conference & Gala, Equality NC Foundation's signature annual event for LGBT North Carolinians and their allies.
Sodomy Seven
7/26/2010 - Seven years ago, the US Supreme Court overturned all remaining sodomy laws in the United States in the landmark case of Lawrence v. Texas. Unfortunately, North Carolina's Crime Against Nature (CAN) law remains on the books. Despite the Supreme Court ruling, the CAN law is still occasionally enforced, and it's still used to stigmatize the LGBT community.
Taking A Bite Out Of Hate Crime
7/22/2010 - Members of the LGBT community can feel safer in North Carolina because the FBI is actively stepping up its opposition to hate crimes. The FBI has dedicated an agent to oversee the investigation of hate crimes specifically against LGBT people in North Carolina.
Legislative Short Session Ends Well
7/17/2010 - Last Saturday morning at 5:32 am, the North Carolina General Assembly adjourned sine die for 2010. Because this was the even-year short session, many of Equality North Carolina's issue priorities weren't eligible to come up, but we found plenty to keep us busy. We're pleased to report success this year on our major legislative priorities, thanks to you.
We Are Family
7/14/2010 - Families everywhere are unique. No matter what your family looks like, you've got your own individual story to share. Those stories are the inspiration for the "Celebrating Our Families" blog, a new project of Equality NC aimed at bringing together stories from LGBT and allied North Carolinians. We're excited about this opportunity to hear your stories, and encourage you to contribute them.
Triangle Black Pride
