SHRM Members Convene in Raleigh for 2026 North Carolina State Advocacy Day
HR professionals from across North Carolina gathered in Raleigh on May 13 for SHRM’s 2026 North Carolina State Advocacy Day, bringing the voice of the workplace directly to state policymakers.
Hosted in partnership with the North Carolina SHRM State Council, the event gave SHRM members the opportunity to engage lawmakers on key workplace policy issues affecting employers, employees, and communities across the state. Participants began the day with a legislative briefing and an overview of SHRM’s policy priorities before heading to the State Capitol and legislative office buildings for meetings with members of the North Carolina General Assembly.
Throughout the day, teams of HR professionals and business leaders met with lawmakers and staff to discuss issues aligned with SHRM’s broader policy priorities, including the responsible use of artificial intelligence in the workplace, strengthening the education-to-employment pipeline, and expanding opportunities for untapped talent.
Participants also highlighted the essential role HR professionals play in helping organizations navigate workforce challenges, implement effective people practices, and support thriving workplaces.
The event included a special moment of recognition on Wednesday afternoon, when House Speaker Destin Hall acknowledged SHRM and North Carolina SHRM on the floor of the North Carolina House of Representatives. The recognition underscored the important role SHRM members play as workplace policy experts and trusted resources for lawmakers considering legislation that affects employers and workers across the state.
As SHRM continues to elevate the voice of HR in state capitals and in Washington, D.C., North Carolina SHRM members demonstrated what effective advocacy looks like: informed, practical, and grounded in the experiences of those leading workplaces every day.
SHRM members interested in hosting a state advocacy day in their own state can contact SHRM Government Affairs at governmentaffairs@shrm.org.
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