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NORTH CAROLINA for legislative leadership to Rep. Rick Glazier, the champion of the School Violence Prevention Act. B^ote speakers are GLAAD Executive Director Neal Giuliano and Alabama Rep. Patricia Todd. There will be eight breakout sessions and a special session with state legislators moderat ed by WUNC Public Radio’s capital reporter Laura Leslie. Blogger Pam Spadding will be moderating the session on race and ethnicity and Rev. Jimmy Creech will be moderating the session on faith and religion. Lunch and snacks are included in the conference registra tion fee and there will be numerous network ing opportunities. Individual registration for both events is $125 through Oct. 22 (cost increases after this date) and individual sponsorship is $175 (complimentary to those who have donated $1,200 or more to ENC during calendar year 2007). A table sponsorship for 10 is $1,500 or $150 per person. Sponsors receive admittance to the pre-gala reception plus a listing in the program guide. Addition^y, table sponsors receive a reserved table at the Gala. Registration may be done separately for each of the events and college activists receive a special discounted rate. ENC encourages col lege students and activists to attend. Students who attend may be able to have their registra tion fees covered. For those interested, call Kay Flamino at 919-829-0343 or email kay@ equalitync.org. The dress code for the Gala is business casual — so don't worry if you’re attending both events. Dress up or down — reflect the diversity of a strong community. Early hotel reservations are encourged because the event takes place during Duke Parents Weekend. Accommodations in Durham may already be full, but there are plenty of places to stay in the Triangle. For more information or to register, visit www.equahtync.org/conference. ADAP broadens eligibility RALEIGH — The Division of Public Health, the HIV/STD Prevention and Care Branch and the AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) announced on Sept. 24 that ADAP would expand its eligibility. The pro gram, which provides life-saving medications to low-income people living with HIV/AIDS, will now offer assistance to persons with incomes up to 250 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Thi^ increase was made possible by a change in state law that ENC, the NC AIDS Action Network and allies secured in the 2006 state budget. Prior to that time. North Carolina had the lowest eligibility level in the nation at 125 percent of FPL. That meant that a single person living with HIV who made more than $13,000 per year was ineligible for assistance buying medicines that cost more than $14,000 per year. The 2006 change authorized the program to serve those up to 250 percent of FPL, but at that time there was only enough available funding to increase it to 200 percent. “We applaud the HIV/STD Prevention and Care Branch for finding the resources to expand this critical program to serve more low-income North Carolinians living with HIV/AIDS,” said Ian Palmquist, ENC executive Perfect placement for your lifestyle Billy Mallette your rental/relocation specialist bmallette@kluttspropertymanagement.com 704-409-7585 $695 — Eastside • 1517-A Briar Creek Road 2br,2,5bt, 1,0G0sq, ft. Duplex Fireplace, fenced patio, microwave, separate dining room, laundry room and baths in each bedroom. Close to Uptown Charlotte, NoDa and Plaza Midwood, $1,095 — Plaza/Midwood • 3022 Uxbridge Woods Court 2br,2,5bt, 1,100 sq,ft. Condo Two-story unit. Great room with fireplace. Convenient to arts and entertainment districts. Choose from over1000 houses, condos and duplexes starting at $375! KLUTTS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 704.554.8861 www.klutts.info director. “Although this is an important step forward. North Carolina continues to lag behind other states who are effectively treating and preventing transmission of HIV % open ing their ADAP programs to more people. We call on the General Assembly to continue increasing their support for this program.” Grants available CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte Lesbian and Gay Fund is currently accepting applica tions from non-profit organizations for its 2007 Community Connections Grants Program. Grants may be used to support the cre ation of programs, projects and events that address the mission of the Fund — to culti vate one community that supports lesbian and gay individuals and families. Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded. Applicants must be non-profits, congrega tions, governmental or educational institu tions that serve Mecklenburg County. Grants will be awarded to programs that build understanding and appreciation, as well as promote the vlaue of inclusion within the organization’s circle of influence, especially LGBT populations not previously targeted. Grantees must also cultivate opportunities for leadership by and the contributions of LGBT people as well as engage and include people from diverse backgrounds and sexual orientations in programs, services and orga nizational values. Applications must be received by noon on Nov. 30. Grant applications can be obtained by con tacting Vicki Jones, vice president of commu nity philanthropy, at 704-973-4547 or email vjones@fftc.org. Coastal fundraiser scheduled WILMINGTON — Out Impact, an omni media company focusing on making a positive impact within the gay community, presents an Evening To Benefit OutWilmington on Nov. 3 at 9 p.m. at Bottega Gallery, 206 N. Front St. Festivities will include complimentary appetizers, wine and raffle prize drawings of items donated by area businesses and groups. Sean Oakley will serve as emcee. Opening entertainment will be provided by singer/songwriter Kim Dicso and the evening will be headlined by ilyAIMY (I Love You and I Miss You) from B^timore, Md. Dicso is an out singer/songwriter originally from Stratford, Conn. She is currently writing and developing an album and performing in Eastern North Carolina and developing a tour. Based upon the award-winning song writing of Rob Hinkal and Heather Lloyd, ilyAIMY has been compared to Ani Difranco and Nickel Creek tempered with Buckingham/Nicks in the fires of Tool and Jethro Tull with the rhythm of Rusted Root and the soul of the Muppets. Admission is $15 at the door with $5 going toward OutWilmington. For more information or to volunteer, call Bambi Weavil at 910-538-4309, email bambi.weavil@outimpact.com or visit www.outimpact.com. info: Announce your community event in NC News Notes, email: editor@q-notes.com or fax 704-531-1361. OCTOBER 20 Q-NOTES
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