R - Civil Rights, Social Actions & Advocacy

  • The North Carolina Black Alliance (NCBA), a 501(c)(3), works toward state-level systemic change by strengthening the network of elected officials representing communities of color throughout the state and collaborating with progressive, grassroots networks on intersecting issues. These issues range from voting rights, gerrymandering, criminal justice reform, health and wellness, economic development to education.

  • CJJ is a grassroots network committed to creating a more just, fair, and compassionate North Carolina.

  • Press On is a Southern media collective that catalyzes change and advances justice through the practice of movement journalism.

  • Open Answer is an integrity-driven nonprofit organization committed to community outreach, connection, and empowerment. We believe that when you engage with individuals and activate their voice, you unleash their power to make change.

  • Our mission is to provide comprehensive educational resources and organize impactful events that uplift and empower young minds across the United States.

  • The NC Congress of Latino Organizations (aka The Latino Congress) is a statewide, membership led organization that builds power among Latino institutions and their leaders to advance social, racial and economic justice. The Latino Congress works for for the public good by coalescing training, and organizing Latinos across religious, racial, nationality, class, county and neighborhood lines. Our membership consists of more than seventy congregations, community associations, unions and nonprofits in North Carolina representing thousands of individuals.
  • Working in a male-dominated field, women push through many obstacles to maintain respect, proper placement, and success within the construction industry. Those that become moms also experience the difficulties of being a mother while working in construction. The long working hours, jobsite hazards, lack of accommodations and flexibility for pregnant and/or nursing workers, discourage many from believing being a mother in construction is possible.

  • SpiritHouse South uses Afro-Diasporic customs, culture, practices and rituals to support community centered healing, embodiment, and transformation that repairs the lasting impact of systemic racism.

  • NC Women United (NCWU) is a coalition of progressive state and local organizations working to achieve the full political, social, and economic equality of all women across North Carolina. NCWU works to build women’s power through grassroots activism, community organizing, legislative advocacy, and engagement in the political process.

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