Mission & Purpose Statement

The Network is a non-profit corporation as defined by applicable North Carolina law and is not organized for the private gain of any person.

The specific goals of the Network shall be:

1. To establish and nurture a network of business and professional resources;
2. To encourage fellowship and support among businesses;
   professionals, and charitable pursuits;
3. To provide and promote positive role models in the Gay, Lesbian, Bi-sexual, and Transgender communities;
4. To oppose prejudice in society at large and within the homosexual community on the basis of sexual orientation, gender, race, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental impairment, or political affiliation;
5. To oppose the exploitation of anyone because of age, gender, or lack of power; and
6. To foster communication, tolerance, and mutual support among gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, transgender people and accepting heterosexuals.