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Policy Director Ames Simmons reflects on a decade of change of the LGBTQ community and the idea of bars as safe spaces.

Policy Director Ames Simmons spoke with ABC 11 about survey findings surrounding LGBTQ life across North Carolina.

Through this new partnership with QNotes, we’ll bring you monthly news highlighting the work of ENC and issues that matter to LGBTQ North Carolinians both locally and nationally.

LGBTQ groups are holding vigils and services across the state.

“I think it’s a real risk that trans people will hear about this and think, ‘I don’t want to be turned away from the polls when I go to vote. Sometimes, trans people are harassed — it’s not just that they’re turned away.” --ENC Policy Director Ames Simmons

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It's a SCOTUS case that holds more importance than the marriage arguments of several years ago.

Open Enrollment runs through Dec. 15. If you do not enroll during this time, you may be locked out of health insurance until 2021.

The "LGBTQIA+ Youth Resource Guide" and "Healthcare Support Plan" are now downloadable through the ENC website.

Our monthly newsletter keeping you updated on LGBTQ life in North Carolina and the work of Equality NC.

The settlement is a mark of progress but stops short of comprehensive protection for trans folks.

Our Rural Empowerment Fellows went to D.C. to lobby. Two of them share their experiences.