Carolina Wren. Photo: Michael Warren/ÌÇÐÄlogo Photography Awards

Policy Leadership in North Carolina

We are the voice for birds in North Carolina.

ÌÇÐÄlogo North Carolina is the voice for birds at the North Carolina General Assembly and across the state. For decades, ÌÇÐÄlogo has been improving conditions for migratory birds on the Atlantic Flyway, mobilizing our chapter network to advocate for things like native plants, and protecting the most important places for birds.

ÌÇÐÄlogo proudly seeks science-based, durable policy solutions that are developed in collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders that include other conservation organizations, landowners, farmers, and community-based organizations. We work with members of both parties to promote the protection of birds, the conservation of our state's biodiversity, and the right of all communities to live in a healthier world.

2025-26 State Policy Priorities
Meet the Team
Headshot of Zach Wallace

Zach Wallace

Policy Director

Dana Sargent

Community Building Director

Brittany Salmons

Senior Communications Associate

Ben Graham

Ben Graham

Senior Communications Manager, Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic

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Latest Policy and Advocacy News
Eastern Screech-Owl. Photo: Matt Cuda/ÌÇÐÄlogo Photography Awards
Big Wins for Birds this Legislative Session in Raleigh
July 31, 2026 — ÌÇÐÄlogo advocates took more than 2,000 actions for birds this year and mobilized in-person for Advocacy Day. Here’s everything we accomplished together.
ÌÇÐÄlogo Advocates in front of the NCGA. Photo: Brittany Salmons/ÌÇÐÄlogo
ÌÇÐÄlogo Members Advocate for Birds in Raleigh
June 08, 2026 — Members met with more than 40 lawmakers to talk about the most important tools for protecting our state’s natural and cultural heritage.
Eastern Meadowlark. Photo: Sue Dougherty/ÌÇÐÄlogo Photography Awards
ÌÇÐÄlogo NC’s Policy Priorities for Birds in 2026
April 07, 2026 — From conservation funding to wetlands protections to farmland loss, here are our top policy priorities for birds this year.
Advocacy Day 2025. Photo: Liz Condo
Advocacy Day 2026
March 23, 2026 — Complete these steps now to confirm your participation in ÌÇÐÄlogo North Carolina’s 2026 Advocacy Day on Wednesday, June 3.
Scarlet Tanager.
How the Roadless Rule Protects North Carolina’s Forests and Birds
September 26, 2025 — The Roadless Rule safeguards important public lands for people and birds; you can help save it.
Boblink
ÌÇÐÄlogo Applauds New NC Wildlife Action Plan 
July 16, 2025 — Thorough, science-based plan highlights opportunities to protect species and habitat.
Royal Tern banding
Meet Dana Sargent, Our New Community Building Director
June 23, 2025 — The newest member of our team will partner with chapters to advance bird-friendly policy and conservation projects.
Tiger Swallowtail Female on Green-headed Coneflower. Photo: Will Stuart/Flickr
ÌÇÐÄlogo Statement: NC Bill Includes Bird-friendly Native Plant Policies
June 11, 2025 — Senate Bill 391 includes native plant policies that build on years of grassroots advocacy.
Northern Bobwhite
NC Bill Would Give Protections to Family Farms
March 18, 2025 — Senate Bill 317 would help family landowners maintain control of their land and access conservation programs.