Wildlife and nature

Animal shelters and rescues

Theater and dance

Rivers, parks and trails

Hunger and food

Schools and learning

Housing and homelessness

Community health

Mental health

Mentoring and foster care

Legal help and rights

Jobs and money help

Atlanta

The Triangle

Everywhere

The Collective Workshop

Royal Animal Refuge

Asian Americans Advancing Justice-Atlanta

Georgia Advancing Communities Together

Atlanta Writers Club

Cobb Collaborative

Bosleys Place

Jewish Fertility Foundation

Whether it’s achieving full equality for LGBTQIA+ people, fighting to achieve racial justice, pushing to eradicate our broken and racially biased criminal legal system, defending freedom of speech, religion, and the right to protest, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people from government abuse and overreach.
Two critical components of our work are centering the voices of impacted people and applying an anti-racist lens to all aspects of our internal and external functions including but not limited to recruitment and human resources, strategic planning, donor and volunteer relations, Board and committee processes, and deciding what cases to litigate.
The ACLU-NC brings together litigation, legislative advocacy, communications, and organizing strategies to empower communities and achieve our objectives in major issue areas including criminal law reform, LGBTQIA+ equality, voting rights, reproductive freedom, and the rights of immigrants. With over 30,000 members and supporters across the state, the ACLU-NC has a staff of more than 20 people with an office in Durham.

It's time to vote! Early voting begins today

The First Amendment Under Pressure

Crime and Punishment in America

charlotte! zine-making workshop

The History and Power of Zines in Activist Movements

Y Si SiVotamos?

Final Stretch. Get Out the Vote

Tomorrow — Register to vote

Get Out the Vote Postcard Writing Party

Become a vote protector.

Join election protection hotline.

Give

A Routine Immigration Check-In Shouldn’t End in ICE Detention

ACLU-NC Condemns ICE's Secretive Deal to Reopen Private Prison for Immigration Detention

SB153 – Anti-Immigrant “North Carolina Border Protection Act” Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

State of Immigration Enforcement in North Carolina: What You Need to Know

Find out more and apply at the link in our bio.

When the Klan came to Robeson County, the Lumbee community answered together, proud, powerful, and united.

Y'all did that. The work continues — next stop, certifying the election results.

Sign up at the link in our bio to help ensure every eligible voter's voice is heard.

🗳️ North Carolina, this is our moment. Find your polling place at the link in our bio. And, if you're in line by 7:30 P.M., stay in line! Questions or problems voting? Call or text 888-OUR-VOTE (English/Español) | 1-833-VOTE-NCAAT (Arabic /Asian languages).

Happy voting! If anything goes wrong or if you have any questions, call the Election Protection Hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE (English/Español) or 1-833-VOTE-NCAAT (Arabic/Asian languages)

Today is Election Day. Polls are open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. If you are in line by 7:30 p.m., stay in line. You have a right to vote if you arrive before the polls close. Questions or concerns about voting? Call or text 888-OUR-VOTE (English/Español) | 1-833-VOTE-NCAAT (Arabic/Asian languages).

It's too late to mail your absentee ballot and you should be careful about who hand delivers it. Ballots must be received, not postmarked, by your county board of elections by 7:30 p.m. on November 3. If anyone other than you, your legal guardian, or a near relative turns in your ballot, it won't be counted. A near relative is your spouse, brother, sister, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, stepparent, or stepchild. If you have a disability, anyone can help you return it, they just have to tell elections staff they're assisting a voter with a disability. More voting info at the link in our bio and if you have any questions or concerns, call or text the nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE.

TODAY is the last day to submit public comment at the link in our bio. Census data is used to determine everything from the number of seats each state has in the U.S. House of Representatives to the distribution of state and federal funding for critical resources like hospitals, infrastructure, schools, and housing. If this proposal is implemented, these allocations will be based on faulty data for the next ten years. Take action now.

Don't be deterred—go vote! Remember, Election Day is November 3rd. We partnered with Hannah Hasan (@iamhannahhasan), who facilitated this intergenerational conversation between college voter Camille Satterwhite-Rambert (@thecamillejule) and seasoned voter Valerie D. Dale (@valerieddale). Watch the full conversation on YouTube. Link in bio. Do you have a plan to vote? Click the link in our bio to learn more about voting in North Carolina.

Don’t ghost this election!👻😉Today is the LAST day of early voting. You can vote at ANY early voting site in your county from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. Visit the link in our bio for more info🎃

It’s your last chance to register while voting – spooky! In-person early voting ends TOMORROW at 3 p.m. Visit the link in our bio for more information and resources to help you cast your vote.

We got a special treat with a visit from the @DurhamBulls Wool E. Bull! And we’re happy to know there’s one trick we won’t fall for: forgetting to vote. Make your voting game plan and make your voice heard!

Stonewall veteran. Lifelong fighter for incarcerated trans people. We lost Miss Major one year ago this month, and her legacy lives on. 💜 #LGBTQHistoryMonth

"I used to think of voting as a right. I still do, but increasingly I also see it as a responsibility we hold toward one another." Early voting in North Carolina ends this Saturday, October 31, at 3 p.m. You can vote at any early voting site in your county, and if you’re not registered yet, you can register and vote the same day during this window. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3; Make a plan to vote by visiting acluofnc.org/vote. Whichever day you choose, bring your photo ID. If you can’t show one, you can still vote by filling out an ID exception form. To find your early voting site or Election Day polling place, visit ncsbe.gov. If you vote outside North Carolina, vote.gov can point you to your state’s rules. Take a moment to read a new blog from our Executive Director, Chantal Stevens, reflecting on her recent sabbatical and the insights she gained along the way. Link in bio.

Show up as you are, and know your rights before you go. 🏳️‍⚧️ Get our full Trans Voting Guide at the link in bio. Questions or problems voting? Call or text 888-OUR-VOTE (English/Español) | 1-833-VOTE-NCAAT (Asian/Arabic languages)

One week away. Where are you voting? When? How are you getting there? Voters with a plan are voters who actually make it to the ballot box. Early voting runs through Saturday, Oct. 31 at 3 p.m., and polls are open on Election Day 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Remember, Election Day is the LAST day to vote, not the first. Make your plan at the link in our bio, and check out our Voter Guide while you're there.

"Don't be denied. Because our ancestors walked miles to even get to where they needed to vote. Don't be the opposition be the opposition." We partnered with Hannah Hasan (@iamhannahhasan), who facilitated this intergenerational conversation between college voter Camille Satterwhite-Rambert (@thecamillejule) and seasoned voter Valerie D. Dale (@valerieddale). Watch the full conversation on YouTube. Link in bio. Do you have a plan to vote? Click the link in our bio to learn more about voting in North Carolina.

How are our rights holding up here at home? Our Legal Director, Kristi Graunke will be joining NC Local on Oct. 27 for a conversation about speech, assembly, petition and more, with colleagues from across the political spectrum. It’s a free, nonpartisan conversation with attorneys, journalists, advocates and policy leaders, and you’ll get to ask questions. Free parking on site. Register for free at the link in our bio!

If your school ID is not on this list, you will need to use another form of photo ID to vote. Head to the link in our bio for more information on voting.

A gender clinic turned Lou away for being gay. He fought until sexual orientation stopped being a barrier to transition, and founded one of the first groups for trans men. 💜 #LGBTQHistoryMonth

We won’t back down in the face of efforts to suppress voter turnout. We’re defending our right to vote. Vote early by Oct. 31st if you can or on Election Day, Nov 3rd. If you must vote by mail, review this guidance carefully and follow us, @ncvoterprotection and other organizations protecting our elections. When in doubt, call the nonpartisan NC Election Protection Hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683) for trusted information and support. Data source: ABC11 WTVD

Remember that Election Day is the last day to vote, not the first. Visit the link in our bio for more information on voting.

The NCSBE has noted some misinformation on this topic, so we're letting you know that election workers are allowed and even required to write on your ballot. If you have questions about voting, call 888-OUR-VOTE for assistance in English and Spanish.

Let’s go! Know your voting rights. For more guidance, visit acluofnc.org/vote 🌟 ¡Vamos! Conoce tus derechos de voto. Para más información, visita acluofnc.org/vota 🌟

Always here. Always queer. Always shaping history. From Stonewall to the ballot box, LGBTQ people have always used their power to make change. Early voting runs through Oct. 31. Make your plan at the link in bio.

Provide public comment by November 2 at the link in our bio.

TOMORROW, Oct. 20 at 5 p.m. is the absentee ballot request deadline. Although the request deadline is tomorrow, mail delays may prevent it from arriving by Nov. 3. To return: don’t mail it, hand deliver it. You, or a near relative can hand-deliver your absentee ballot to your county board of elections. A near relative is your: Spouse, Brother, Sister, Parent, Grandparent, Child, Grandchild, Mother-in-law, Father-in-law, Daughter-in-law, Son-in-law, Stepparent, Stepchild. Get all your voting info at the link in our bio.

Tomorrow night! 🎬 Join us for an exclusive 30-minute premiere of Crime & Punishment in America, then hear from local leaders and advocates, including people who’ve lived through the system themselves, about what comes next for justice in North Carolina. Stay after to connect with the panelists. Please RSVP at the link in bio.

"Voter suppression in extreme ways took place in Greensboro, North Carolina. But in spite of that, the joy to see a campaign come to fruition was a dream come true." We partnered with Hannah Hasan (@iamhannahhasan), who facilitated this intergenerational conversation between college voter Camille Satterwhite-Rambert (@thecamillejule) and seasoned voter Valerie D. Dale (@valerieddale). Watch the full conversation on YouTube. Link in bio. Do you have a plan to vote? Click the link in our bio to learn more about voting in North Carolina.

Crime & Punishment in America is the first film to trace the story of criminal justice in America from the colonial era to today. Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 20 Tuesday, 6 – 8 pm EDT at the Durham Armory for an exclusive screening and stay after to connect with the panelists and other attendees working toward the same future. Please RSVP - seating is limited. Link in bio.

📅 TODAY @ 1 PM IN CHARLOTTE! ✂️ The History and Power of Zines in Activist Movements 📚 This workshop will introduce the history & continued impact of zine-making in activist and organizing spaces. Participants will learn about art advocacy and its impacts on social justice movements, and have the opportunity to create their own art piece in response to 'Young Southern Voting Power'. We invite you to think about what voting in the South means to you. ✨How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? ✨What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? ✨In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? 🌟 Each eligible participant will have the opportunity to submit their work to our archive, have it shared on our social media pages, and possibly be included in our printed zine anthology. 🚨 This workshop is open to all ages. Entries for the Future Echoes project are open to 18- to 30-year-olds. 🎨 Free event; All materials included! 🔗 Scan the QR code to register or click the link in our bio

🌟The Future Echoes Contributor Spotlight 🌟 Claire Gamache @claire.gamache, 18 years old “Having lived in various parts of North Carolina, ranging from the urban capital, rural Morganton, and now Chapel Hill where I attend school, I rooted my Zine in my experiences. It examines the tension between democratic civic duty, and the increasingly militaristic and violently nationalist rhetoric dominating Southern politics. I layered cutouts from voter registration, environmental imagery, and symbols of military command and institutional gridlock. These elements confront the urgency of community outreach against the political climate that feels “OUT OF CONTROL”. The piece asks, “What’s next?? - urging the viewer to both reflect on the dangerous possibilities bound to unfold and to challenge them to look beyond slogans and reflect on whether our institutions truly serve the public and our future. “Make America America Again” because the nation we intended it to be and the one we are living in today is completely unrecognizable.” 📝 Submissions are now open for the prompt, Young Southern Voting Power. 📍In-person zine workshop in Charlotte this Sunday, October 18 at @labodeguitacl with @cbicharlotte. What does voting in the South mean to you? • How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? • What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? • In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? 📅 Submit by Nov 2. Link in bio.

Don't let tricks get between you and your ballot. 👻 Get your voting information from trusted sources. Find everything you need to vote in North Carolina at the link in our bio. Something sounds off? Call or text the Election Protection Hotline before you believe it or share it. Save the number in your phone now so it's there if you need it.

Early voting... but make it chic 👜✨ Learn more about voting in North Carolina and how to prepare for the polls using the link in our bio!

RSVP at the link in our bio! Join us, Carolina Migrant Network, and Raíces Latino Arts tomorrow, October 17th, at 12:30 pm. Bring your friends, your familia, your best dance moves, and most importantly... ¡TU VOZ!

Down ballot races often get overlooked, but they can have a huge impact on your community. Read the full blog post at the link in our bio.

Don't let the dates confuse you. 📬 Today, Oct. 16, is the last day we recommend mailing back your absentee ballot. You can still request a ballot until Oct. 20 at 5 p.m., but after today, hand-deliver it to your county board of elections instead of mailing it. You, or a near relative can drop it off. A near relative is your spouse, brother, sister, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, stepparent, or stepchild. Mailed ballots must be received, NOT postmarked, by 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 3. More info at the link in our bio.

Ariana DeBose grew up in Raleigh and Wake Forest before becoming the first Afro-Latina and first openly queer woman of color to win an acting Oscar. She's also an ACLU Artist Ambassador for Voting Rights, because, in her words, "There are no dumb questions when it comes to something as vital as our right to vote."

*Español abajo* Let’s go! Today is the first day of early voting. Remember, if you run into any issues while voting, call or text 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683) for nonpartisan assistance. ¡Vamos! Hoy es el primer día de votación anticipada. Recuerde que, si tiene algún problema al votar, llame o envíe un mensaje de texto al 888-OUR-VOTE (888-687-8683) para recibir asistencia electoral no partidista.

Early voting is open in North Carolina! Until October 31, you can vote at any early voting site in your county and if you're not registered yet, you can register and vote during the same trip. Everything you should know before you go is at the link in our bio. And when in doubt, call the nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE.

Dolores Huerta is one of the most influential labor leaders of the 20th century. Dolores witnessed firsthand how many farm workers in her community suffered from low wages and poor working conditions. As co-founder of United Farm Workers, she organized hugely impactful walkouts and boycotts. For decades, Dolores has worked tirelessly to advocate for civil rights, our democracy, and the empowerment of leaders who reflect the diverse makeup of the United States. We honor her leadership and her ongoing fight for our communities.

Cast your ballot freely, fairly, and accessibly without fear of deception or intimidation. If anything goes wrong while voting, call or text the voter hotline before you leave the polls. Visit the link in our bio for more info and resources to help you get ready to vote. Election Protection Hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE (English/Español) | 1-833-VOTE-NCAAT (Arabic/Asian languages)

Early voting opens this Thursday, Oct 15-31, and some (us) would argue it's the way to go. Find your early voting site & more at the link in our bio. Questions about the voting process? The nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline is 888-OUR-VOTE.

TODAY! One Last Postcard Party! Hope to see you there. We'll be at Bull McCabe's in Durham on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 5-8 PM. Don't let this pre-election season slip by and wish you'd done more. RSVP at the link in our bio.

Our advocacy is working. Local leaders are recognizing that youth curfews do not make our communities safer. Read more at the link in our bio.

Bad Bunny is one of the most influential artists in the world, and he has always kept Puerto Rico at the center of his work. Born and raised in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico, Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio has used his platform to celebrate the island's culture and speak out on the issues facing its people. In 2019, he joined Puerto Ricans in the streets protesting government corruption, protests that led to the governor's resignation. This year, he became the first primarily Spanish-language performer to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, a performance that celebrated Puerto Rican and Latin American culture and carried a message of love over hate. We honor his pride in where he comes from and his commitment to his community.

"You can't sit down and be silent because people have died for us to have this opportunity to vote." We partnered with Hannah Hasan (@iamhannahhasan), who facilitated this intergenerational conversation between college voter Camille Satterwhite-Rambert (@thecamillejule) and seasoned voter Valerie D. Dale (@valerieddale). Watch the full conversation on YouTube. Link in bio. Do you have a plan to vote? Click the link in our bio to learn more about voting in North Carolina.

Missed the registration deadline? No problem, you can still register while you vote during early voting, Oct. 15-31. More voting info at the link in our bio.

The people deciding which books stay in school libraries could be on your ballot. Early voting is October 15–October 31. Use the link in our bio to check your registration and see your sample ballot.

🚨 Our Charlotte zine workshop has been RESCHEDULED to Sunday, Oct 18 @ 1 PM! 🌍 For centuries, art has shaped culture, societies, and how we understand each other and the world. Now it's your turn! 💫 Join us (@aclu_nc) and our friends La Bodeguita (@labodeguitaclt) and Community Building Initiative (@cbicharlotte) to make art that talks about Young Southern Voting Power 💪 ✳ How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? ✴ What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? ❇ In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? 🔗 Link in our bio to RSVP!

✍️ Our final postcard party before early voting is Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Bull McCabe's (outdoor area). Help us reach our goal of 5,500 postcards to North Carolina voters. Drop in anytime, bring a friend, and help us cross the finish line. RSVP at the link in our bio.

This Banned Books Week x Latine Heritage Month, dive into these stories. Use our Banned Book Toolkit to bring people together to talk about identity, family, belonging, and celebrate the Latine voices behind them. Link in bio!

Today is the day. Voter registration for the 2026 midterm elections closes at 5 p.m. Link in bio, right now. It only takes a few minutes. And if you're seeing this after 5 p.m., you're not out of options. Same-day registration is available during early voting October 15-31.

Starting today, you might spot our “Vote Like Your Rights Depend On It” poster at one of your fave spots across NC!❤️‍🔥

The right to free expression includes the freedom to read whatever we choose. You can learn more about book bans and check out our Banned Book Club toolkit at the link in our bio.

The deadline to register to vote in the midterm elections is tomorrow, Friday, Oct. 9, at 5 p.m. Register or check your registration at the link in our bio. You can still register and vote at the same time during early voting, but try not to wait.

📅 TOMORROW @ 6:30 PM EST! ✂️ The History and Power of Zines in Activist Movements 📚 This workshop will introduce the history & continued impact of zine-making in activist and organizing spaces. Participants will learn about art advocacy and its impacts on social justice movements, and have the opportunity to create their own art piece in response to 'Young Southern Voting Power'. We invite you to think about what voting in the South means to you. ✨How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? ✨What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? ✨In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? 🌟 Each eligible participant will have the opportunity to submit their work to our archive, have it shared on our social media pages, and possibly be included in our printed zine anthology. 🚨 This workshop is open to all ages. Entries for the Future Echoes project are open to 18- to 30-year-olds. 🎨 Make sure to bring some paper, something to write with, and your art-making materials! 🔗 Scan the QR code to register or click the link in our bio

If you can, we encourage you to vote in person during early voting, Oct. 15–31. But if you've already requested an absentee ballot, BallotTrax makes it easy to keep tabs on your ballot from the time it's sent to the time it's received. 📬 Mailing it back? Oct. 16 is the recommended last day to return your absentee ballot by mail to your county board of elections. Track yours at the link in our bio.

Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 20 Tuesday, 6 – 8 pm EDT at the Durham Armory for an exclusive screening of Crime & Punishment in America, a new docu-series that traces how the country has wrestled with crime, punishment, and the meaning of justice from the colonial era to today. After the screening, hear from local leaders and advocates who've spent years confronting what's broken about justice in North Carolina. Please RSVP - seating is limited. Link in bio.

It's game day for democracy, and we need you off the bench 🏀. Drop in anytime between 5 and 7 tonight at E.O.'s Athletic Club. Every postcard helps someone show up to vote!

The North Carolina deadline to register to vote in the midterm elections is this Friday, October 9, at 5 p.m. You can still register and vote at the same time during early voting, but try not to wait. Registering takes just a few minutes, and checking your registration is even faster. Both at the link in our bio.

We are only 10 days away from the beginning of early voting. If you’re able, vote in person during the Oct. 15-31 early voting period. Visit the link in our bio for more information and resources to help you get ready to vote!

Requested an absentee ballot? Starting today, you can track it on BallotTrax. Find the link in our bio. To help ensure it's counted, return it by October 16.

No government agency is above the law, and we will continue to fight back against these violent and unlawful arrests.

📝 CLT, let's make some zines! Sun, October 11 @ 2 PM 🌍 For centuries, art has shaped culture, societies, and how we understand each other and the world. Now it's your turn! 💫 Join us (@aclu_nc), La Bodeguita (@labodeguitaclt), Southern Coalition for Social Justice (@scsjofficial), and Community Building Initiative (@cbicharlotte) to make art that talks about Young Southern Voting Power 💪 ✳ How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? ✴ What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? ❇ In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? 🔗 Link in our bio to RSVP!

Crime & Punishment in America, a new documentary series directed by Lynn Novick and executive produced by Ken Burns and Sam Pollard, traces how the country has wrestled with crime, punishment, and the meaning of justice from the colonial era to today. On Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6–8 pm at the Durham Armory, we'll screen an exclusive 30-minute premiere that lays that history bare: two and a half centuries of trial, error, and hard-won lessons about what actually keeps communities safe. Please RSVP - seating is limited. Link in bio.

It’s official — we’re two weeks away from the start of early voting!👀 For the third episode of Democracy Desk, Rachel goes over important election dates and tips to keep in mind as you prepare to vote. Check out the link in our bio for more! Got voting questions or run into any issues? Call or text 888-OUR-VOTE😎

Learn more at the link in our bio. Obtén más información en el enlace de nuestra bio.

Early voting starts in just two weeks! Screenshot it, save it, and send it to your group chat. You can find more on voting in the upcoming elections at the link in our bio. Questions or concerns about voting? Call or text the nonpartisan Election Protection Hotline: 888-OUR-VOTE

Today! We'll be in Downtown Durham hosting a "Get Out the Vote" postcard writing party. Join us at E.O.'s Athletic Club to remind voters across North Carolina to vote in the upcoming State Supreme Court election. See you there! More info at the link in our bio.

You can real the full ordinance at the link in our bio.

Remember to Vote Down The Ballot! Stay tuned for our upcoming blog post and video, where we’ll break down what’s on the ballot, why these races matter, and how they can impact your civil rights.

Contact your city councilors at the link in our bio.

Got voting questions?🤔 Election experts are ready to help you!🫡 Call or text the NC nonpartisan election protection hotline at 888-OUR-VOTE. Spanish language assistance is available.

In Episode 2 of Democracy Desk, Jaci gives us an introduction to election safeguarding.🗳️ Want to join other North Carolinians in these efforts? Register at the link in our bio for ACLU-NC’s virtual volunteer training on Oct. 1 at 6 pm. ✊🏾Want to become a vote protector (aka poll monitor)? Visit demnc.co/voteprotector 📞Want to become an election protection hotline volunteer? Visit demnc.co/hotline Stay tuned for the next episode of Democracy Desk!

Rubén Salazar was renowned for his hard-hitting journalism about the Mexican-American community. While reporting on 1970’s National Chicano Moratorium Against the Vietnam War, he was killed when a Los Angeles sheriff’s deputy launched a tear gas projectile into the crowd and struck him in the head. Rubén remained committed to brave, empathetic truth-telling and bringing Latine stories to the forefront throughout his career.

America's 250th anniversary is a natural moment to ask what we've learned, and what we're going to do about it. Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 20 Tuesday, 6 – 8 pm EDT at the Durham Armory for an exclusive premiere of Crime & Punishment in America, directed by Lynn Novick and executive produced by Ken Burns and Sam Pollard. Then stay for a conversation with local leaders and advocates about what comes next for justice in North Carolina. Seating is limited, so RSVP at the link in our bio.

Welcome to Democracy Desk!🌟 In episode 1, Resource Roundup, Zac gives a quick overview of our voting resources. Explore more at the link in our bio and stay tuned for the next episode, Election Safeguarding 101.

Contact your local leaders at the link in our bio to say no to youth curfews and advocate for alternative solutions.

📅 IN TWO WEEKS! ✂️ The History and Power of Zines in Activist Movements 📚 This workshop will introduce the history & continued impact of zine-making in activist and organizing spaces. Participants will learn about art advocacy and its impacts on social justice movements, and have the opportunity to create their own art piece in response to 'Young Southern Voting Power'. We invite you to think about what voting in the South means to you. ✨How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? ✨What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? ✨In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? 🌟 Each eligible participant will have the opportunity to submit their work to our archive, have it shared on our social media pages, and possibly be included in our printed zine anthology. 🚨 This workshop is open to all ages. Entries for the Future Echoes project are open to 18- to 30-year-olds. 🎨 Make sure to bring some paper, something to write with, and your art-making materials! 🔗 Scan the QR code to register or click the link in our bio

North Carolina law enforcement is increasingly collaborating with ICE, including through the 287(g) program. Visit the link in our bio to learn more about 287(g) agreements and how to oppose them in your community.

Hear from our past contributor, Chaeeun Yoo (@y00chaeeun), as they talk about their powerful submission, titled 'See You Again,' to last year's publication of The Future Echoes! 💥 Read their work and submit at the link in our bio. This year's theme: Young Southern Voting Power 🗓 Submissions due by November 2nd.

Absentee voting? We’ve got you covered. Swipe for important updates and tips to help make sure your absentee ballot is returned correctly and counted. If you’re able, consider voting early in person during the Oct. 15-31 early voting period. Visit the link in our bio for more information and resources to help you get ready to vote!

Don't wait, mail it back by October 16. The request deadline is October 20, but a ballot requested that late may not make it back in time. After the 16th, you, or a near relative (spouse, brother, sister, parent, grandparent, child, grandchild, mother-in-law, father-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, stepparent, or stepchild) can hand-deliver it to your county board of elections. Questions about voting? Call or text 888-OUR-VOTE. More info at the link in our bio.

You can read our full letter to the Winston-Salem City Council at the link in our bio.

Join us in Downtown Durham for a "Get Out the Vote" postcard writing party! We will write postcards to voters across North Carolina to encourage them to vote in the upcoming State Supreme Court election. RSVP at the link in our bio.

👀❤️‍🔥more at the link in our bio.

Today kicks off Latine Heritage Month. We honor the history, the wins, and the ongoing fight still in front of us.

No better day to register, or to check that your registration is up to date. Moved since the last election? Changed your name? Take 2 minutes today to check. The link in our bio has everything you need to register, check your status, and make your plan for November 3.

Election Day is almost 2 months away, but future you will be glad you handled this stuff now. All five of these take just a few minutes, and we walk you through every single one at the link in our bio.

You could be the one that gets someone to the polls! Join us in Raleigh on Tuesday, September 15. Sign up at the link in our bio. One impactful way to get voters to the polls is to make sure they know that their fellow community members and neighbors are counting on them to vote. By sending handwritten postcards to voters and encouraging them to vote in the midterms, we’re holding each other accountable to show up and make our voices heard!

Absentee ballots are on the way to those who requested one. Voting by mail is the right call for folks who'll be out of town for the whole voting period or who can't get to a polling place. If that's you, we recommend mailing your ballot back by October 16, so it makes it on time. We just posted a full walkthrough of the process – how to request your ballot, fill it out, and return it. Check out the reel on our page. Everything else you need for voting in the 2026 midterm elections is at the link in our bio.

If you're voting by mail this year, this video walks through the whole process: how to request your ballot, how to fill it out, and how to get it back in time. Two things to know before you start: We recommend mailing your completed ballot back by October 16. And, you can find everything you need to vote in the 2026 midterm elections at the link in our bio.

Virtual hands-on zine workshop: The History and Power of Zines in Activist Movements Thurs, October 8 @ 6:30 PM EST About the Workshop: This workshop will introduce the history & continued impact of zine-making in activist and organizing spaces. Participants will learn about art advocacy and its impacts on social justice movements, and have the opportunity to create their own art piece in response to 'Young Southern Voting Power'. We invite you to think about what voting in the South means to you. How do you leverage your power as a young, Southern person? What do you hope lawmakers know about your generation? In what ways do your political actions now shape your future? Each eligible participant will have the opportunity to submit their work to our archive, have it shared on our social media pages, and possibly be included in our printed zine anthology. This workshop is open to all ages. Entries for the Future Echoes project are open to 18- to 30-year-olds. Scan the QR code to register or click the link in our bio 🔗

(UN)Happy Hour - Raleigh edition. Postcards? Written. Connections? Made. Frustrations? Voiced. Stay tuned for future events, this won't be the last one. Learn more about upcoming events by clicking the link in our bio.

Following our work in Chambers v. Dismukes, the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction has agreed to end its practice of allowing people who are in prison to receive only one cataract surgery while incarcerated, even if they have cataracts in both eyes. This settlement will allow incarcerated individuals who need vision care to receive the treatment they need without being subjected to an arbitrary restriction. For more information about the case, the link is in the bio.

Collective

Collections

Account

Long reads

2026