Community Civil Activist

05/25/2026

We won’t stay silent while ICE plans to expand deadly detention in our state. Join us for a rally and press conference on May 26 at 2:00 PM in front of the NC General Assembly.

Learn more: https://acluofnc.org/sdrally2026

05/22/2026

Our spring Statewide Advocates Call is NEXT WEEK!

As we head into the summer months and prepare for the midterm elections this fall... NOW is the time to turn advocacy into action.

During this virtual event, we'll share:

✳️ Updates on bills moving through the NC General Assembly
✳️ Why public comment at the SBOE has never been more important
✳️ How you can get involved as an elections advocate in your community
✳️ Reflections from this year's Democracy Summer interns as they begin a life-changing summer of organizing and advocacy

You coming? Let us know by RSVPing at demnc.co/events.

See y'all next week 🫡

05/21/2026

🚨Deadline EXTENDED to Friday, MAY 29, at 11:59 pm ET: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XS3K36L

Your input is critical to developing a bold strategy that reflects and meets the needs of North Carolinians!

05/21/2026

05/19/2026

Tonight's Regular Meeting starts at 6 p.m. Interim County Manager Kelly Sifford will present the FY27 Recommended Budget during the meeting.

Watch live 👉 www.youtube.com/cabarruscounty or Spectrum Channel 22.

Why care? The proposed budget outlines the County’s priorities and plans for the future as Cabarrus County continues to grow and service demands increase. Stay informed and get involved.

05/17/2026

After the state’s previous governor created a board to consider clemency for people sentenced to lengthy prison terms as minors, a new administration closes their pathway to freedom.

05/15/2026

North Carolina! Join us for a press conference, meetings with legislators, and a powerful community rally uplifting the issues impacting North Carolina—from public school and HBCU funding, DEI protections, and voting access to energy accountability, immigration enforcement, and maternal health support.

Show up, speak out, and stand with our communities. https://bit.ly/48UuoW1

05/15/2026

On May 10th, 1976, Ronnie Long was wrongfully arrested in Concord, North Carolina and spent 44 years imprisoned for a crime he did not commit before finally being exonerated on August 27th, 2020.

We recognize this season as LONG SUMMER dedicated to awareness, healing, justice, accountability, and relief for all justice impacted.

From May through August, we will host events, conversations, trainings, resource outreach, and community engagement opportunities. More information coming soon!

We honor Ronnie Long by continuing the fight for dignity, truth, and justice for all.

05/14/2026

We’re inviting Black voters, grassroots leaders, and community partners to gather on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the North Carolina Capitol for a day of advocacy, education, and direct engagement with state lawmakers.

This convening centers Black voices across North Carolina and creates space for meaningful dialogue with policymakers on the issues that matter most to our communities — protecting our democracy, defending our rights, and building a future where our communities can thrive.