ReMARCs Newsletter

ReMarcs Newsletter - July 13, 2024

Impeachment? See why Clarence Thomas & Samuel Alito are not fit to serve on the Supreme Court & what Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is doing about it. | Calling all young professionals! #NULConf24 has sessions curated for you on entrepreneurship, tech, advocacy + more. Check out the schedule. | Free vaccines for everyone. Give your immune system a boost and set your appointment today to get vaxxed for free. Get started now. | Essence Fest's origin story. Marc H. Morial was pivotal in bringing the festival to life as the Mayor of New Orleans 30 years ago. Get more of the story. | What a time! See photos from our luncheon, a blend of sisterhood and collaboration hosted by our Chief Marketing Officer Rhonda Spears Bell. | Coming to a screen near you. Can’t make it to New Orleans? Get ready to experience the FREE virtual National Urban League Conference. Register now. | Honoring Black women. Congratulations to Bevy Smith, Judge Faith Jenkins, Lisa Price & Tracey Edmonds! See how we celebrated them during Essence Fest.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - July 6, 2024

Never underestimate Black women. See how Essence Fest has become the nation’s premiere celebration of the creativity and power of Black women. | Give your immune system a boost. Set your appointment today to get your FREE COVID-19 vaccine via the Bridge Access Program. Learn more. | Live from Essence Fest. The iconic annual gathering is underway! See how then-New Orleans Mayor Marc H. Morial brought the event to life 30 years ago. | Calling all biz owners + future entrepreneurs! Sign up now for our FREE one-day Entrepreneurship Summit on July 27 during #NULConf24. | Ready to land your new job? Register now to attend our Career & Networking Fair in New Orleans on July 24 to connect with recruiters + more. | What do the numbers tell us? Check out an in-depth look at the state of the economy from Dr. Bernard E. Anderson, our Chief Economics Adviser.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - June 29, 2024

What is Project 2025?  See how this racist, sexist, and oppressive agenda could impact you if Donald Trump is re-elected in the upcoming election. | Summertime is here. As you start prepping for your summer adventures with your loved ones, take a moment to get vaxxed for free. Find out more. | Meet us at #NULConf24! Register now for our FREE Community & Family Day extravaganza for fun, games, school supplies + more in New Orleans. | Take action. National CROWN Day is on July 3rd and we need your help to pass the CROWN Act and end race-based hair discrimination. Send an email! | LGBTQ+ health matters. Learn about the strategies that will help address health equity for LGBTQ+ individuals in our communities. Take a look.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - June 22, 2024

Honoring an unsung hero. Learn more about the late, great Rev. James Lawson, a driving force behind most of the major civil rights actions of the era. | No justice, no peace. We joined the National Action Network to rally against billionaire Bill Ackman's anti-DEI efforts. Let's unite to #DemandDiversity! | Vaccines for everyone. Set your appointment today for your FREE COVID-19 vaccine through the Bridge Access Program. Get started here. | #NULConf24 at home. Can’t make it to New Orleans? No problem! Register to get the virtual National Urban League Conference experience for FREE. | Teamwork makes the dream work. Register now for our FREE webinar on Wednesday for strategies to effectively manage teams.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - June 15, 2024

Celebrating dads! This Father’s Day, we honor all fathers + father figures who are the protectors of their loved ones. Thank you for all that you do. | Freedom Day. Juneteenth represents a day of freedom that our ancestors fought tirelessly for. Take a look back at the history and cultural legacy. | Give your immune system a boost. Free COVID-19 vaccines are available for you and your loved ones in one click. Set your appointment today. | Ready to level up your business? Join us on July 27 for our FREE one-day Entrepreneurship Summit during #NULConf24. Sign up now. | SB-17 must go! Help give Texas' diverse students the freedom to succeed by signing our petition to repeal a law that bans campus DEI programs. | Relive the moments. Take a look at scenes from our Urban Expungement Program Cleveland event, where we celebrated second chances & opportunities.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - June 8, 2024

Are we back in the Medieval era? Louisiana lawmakers passed a bill allowing surgical castration as a punishment for child sex offenders. Find out more. | Criminal record relief. Watch as we gathered in Cleveland to celebrate our life-changing Urban Expungement Program with partners and participants. | Book your appointment. Uninsured or underinsured? No problem. You can get the COVID-19 vaccine for free via the Bridge Access Program. Get started. | Calling all biz owners! Register now for our FREE one-day Entrepreneurship Summit during #NULConf24 to take your business to the next level. | No to diversity bans. Continue to flood Gov. Abbott’s office with letters & text DEMANDDIVERSITY to 52886 to get your script for our National Call-In Day on June 14, the 1-year mark since TX banned DEI programs at public universities. | Save the date. Tap into our free webinar on June 12th for tips and strategies to elevate your personal and professional life. Register now + invite a friend. | What do the numbers tell us? Check out an in-depth look at the state of the economy from Dr. Bernard E. Anderson, our Chief Economics Adviser.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - June 1, 2024

Is the Supreme Court beyond rules? See how concerning flags flown at Justice Alito’s homes raise questions about unethical conduct & accountability. | Take action! It’s time to stand together against lawmakers who are pushing an anti-DEI agenda in schools and colleges, starting with the Governor of Texas. | Get vaxxed for free. Summer is almost here! Set an appointment before your next vacation to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine at a location near you. | Meet us in New Orleans! Get ready for the most epic experience of the summer! Register now to join us for #NULConf24 on July 24-27.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - May 25, 2024

Demand police reform! Four years after George Floyd’s murder, we still don’t have federal police reform. Here’s how you can help + take action. | Are Black voters at risk? Read more about the new wave of Russian techniques being used to spew disinformation and disrupt the 2024 election. | Vaccines are safe + free. Don’t let COVID-19 ruin your summer plans. Set up an appointment to get vaxxed for free before your next vacation. | Lock in the discount. You have until May 31st to register for #NULConf24 at a discounted rate. Save your coins today. | Older Americans Month. See how we support seniors' independence and recognize their value through job training, services, and opportunities. | Don’t miss the gems! Tap into our FREE webinar on Wednesday for tips on transforming your personal + professional growth. Register today.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - May 18, 2024

Black Lives Matter. Almost a decade ago, Ferguson police fatally shot Michael Brown, cutting short his life. Help honor him by demanding change.  We demand accountability. Read more about where the nation stands on policing bills that are needed to demand change within our communities. | Free vaccines for everyone. Getting the COVID-19 vaccine has become one step easier through the Bridge Access Program. Set your appointment today. | T-minus 3 days! Register now for our virtual town hall to hear from Marc H. Morial, Stacey Abrams, Hakeem Jeffries + many other leaders in the movement. | National Police Week. We need your help to send a powerful message that we will no longer tolerate policing as usual. Take a minute to urge Congress to act. | New Orleans, here we come! This week, we gathered at the Urban League of Louisiana to share the exciting elements of our July Conference. Watch it here. | Make an impact. As we continue breaking down barriers and opening doors for countless individuals, we need your support more than ever. Donate today. | Save the date. Register for our FREE webinar on May 29th for tips on how to unlock the power of mentorship + more. | Affordable housing matters. Learn more about the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle’s latest partnership to help people become homeowners.

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ReMarcs Newsletter - May 11, 2024

Dear mama. This Mother’s Day is dedicated to all moms + mother figures whose love and guidance help sustain our communities. | State of Black Business report. Get the good news and bad news of where Black businesses stand when it comes to debt, funding, contracts, and more. | Leadership Summit. We just wrapped a fruitful week in Atlanta convening Urban League affiliate leaders for training and events, including presenting a lifetime achievement award to Ambassador Andrew Young & hearing from Donna Brazile. | Free COVID-19 vaccine. Before you start planning your next vacation, schedule your appointment to get the COVID-19 vaccine for free. Learn more. | We need your help! It takes less than 2 minutes to urge your member of Congress to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program. Take action now. | Price increasing soon. We’re taking over New Orleans for #NULConf24! Register before May 31st to lock in the current rate. | Elevate your work life. Tap into our FREE webinar on Wednesday, May 15th for tips and resources on mindfulness in the workplace. Sign up now. | Home to Harlem. Read more about our new headquarters, which will house New York City’s first museum devoted to the American civil rights movement. | Save the date. Join us on May 21 for our virtual town hall as we discuss priorities for 2024 + more. Register now.

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