NC GALA P.O. Box 13152 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3152 (919) 680-6758   info@ncgala.org

Board of Directors   Ellen Greaves, President GALA Institute for Equal Rights Raleigh   Angela Haas, President NC GALA Raleigh   Dan Ellison, President-Elect Durham   Sharon Thompson, Immediate Past President Durham   Treasurer Vacant   Cheri Patrick  Secretary   At Large Ed Farthing, Raleigh Ellen Greaves, Raleigh Aida Doss Havel, Raleigh Samuel Johnson, Greensboro Maria Mangano, Durham Leslie Muir, Asheville T. Miles Williams, Garner   Angela Haas, At Large (GALA Institute for Equal Rights) Raleigh    Kelly Fairman, Law Student Member Durham   Search:

North Carolina Gay Advocacy Legal Alliance A voluntary state-wide non-profit attorneys' organization, providing visibility, support, and advocacy for LGBT communities.   Join or Renew your membership today! Introduction North Carolina Gay Advocacy Legal Alliance (NC GALA) was formed in April, 1994, when approximately 50 North Carolina lawyers met with law students and representatives from lesbian and gay activist groups. The individuals who met decided to form a professional organization for North Carolina's lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) attorneys. NC GALA was incorporated in September, 1994. Through its members and activities, the organization provides visibility, support, and advocacy for the LGBT communities. We are a voluntary state-wide non-profit, and non-partisan attorneys' organization.   Our Mission To establish and maintain a network of LGBT attorneys, and those who support the goals of the organization.   To promote the professional advancement of members of the LGBT community and stimulate the practice and professional expertise of LGBT lawyers.   To discuss and exchange information on, and promote sensitivity to, legal issues that affect the LGBT community.   To advocate for legislative and administrative reforms for the purpose of eliminating discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.   To provide an LGBT-friendly referral service to members of the LGBT community.