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Civil Rights Organizations Unite in Response to Government Retaliation

The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights has launched “The Pact: A Civil Rights Coalition Unity Commitment,” a declaration of mutual support among dozens of major nonprofit organizations representing millions of people nationwide. 

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Gov. Beshear Appoints 2 New Members to University of Louisville Board of Trustees

Gov. Andy Beshear has replaced two members of the University of Louisville Board of Trustees, including former Chair Diane Medley.

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We Must Defend the Department of Education

In a stunning act of political retribution and ideological extremism, the Trump campaign and its allies have launched a crusade to dismantle the Department of Education. The attacks are not just symbolic — they are existential. Executive orders, lawsuits and budgetary sabotage aim to gut the department’s authority, revoke billions in funding and leave America’s students — especially our most vulnerable — without the federal oversight and protection they deserve.

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The Urban Development Accelerator Convenes in St. Louis, MO

The Urban Development Accelerator (UDA) brought together leaders from four National Urban League affiliate organizations in St. Louis, MO from June 2nd – 4th, 2024. In this real-world classroom, contextualized by the visionary real estate development work of the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis (ULMSTL), CEOs and affiliate leaders from the Springfield Urban League, the Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, the Urban League of Nebraska, and the Urban League of the Upstate engaged in an immersive learning experience.

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Urban Development Accelerator Hosts its Inaugural Convening in New York, NY

The first cohort of the Urban Development Accelerator (UDA) convened in New York, NY on March 27th and 28th, 2024 bringing together five Urban League CEOs [Greater Sacramento Urban League, Springfield Urban League, Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio, Urban League of Nebraska, and Urban League of the Upstate] and an additional participant from each affiliate who is vital to the development work of the organization.

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The Urban Development Accelerator Convenes in New Orleans

The Urban Development Accelerator (UDA) affiliate cohort convened July 22nd, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana, a city filled with rich history and resilient neighborhoods. Inspired by the powerful ethos of the city, affiliate leaders reflected on the purpose of their development and grounded themselves in the needs of their communities.

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The Urban Development Accelerator Pilot Program Wraps in New York City

The Urban Development Accelerator (UDA) held the final convening of its inaugural cohort in New York City, NY, on October 30-31, 2024. Affiliate leaders came together at the National Urban Lague’s headquarters to reflect on their experiences throughout the program.

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1st Quarter 2025 Housing Newsletter

Learn how this achievement paves the way for the affiliate to broaden the scope of their housing education and counseling initiatives. 

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Congressional Black Caucus Ushers In New Era With Record Membership And Historic Firsts

​​​​​​​The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) celebrated a historic milestone with its largest membership ever, as 62 Black lawmakers were sworn in ahead of the 119th United States Congress. Among them were groundbreaking figures, including two Black women Senators and two Black U.S. House members from Alabama serving simultaneously for the first time.

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Fantasia to Headline Chicago Urban League’s Annual Gala

On Saturday, November 9, the Chicago Urban League’s 63rd annual Golden Fellowship Dinner (GFD) will take place in the Skyline Ballroom at McCormick Place, 2301 S. Indiana Avenue. Grammy Award winner and Golden Globe nominated actress and singer Fantasia is set to take the stage as the evening’s performer with an energetic set filled with her chart-topping hits.

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