Announcing 2025-2026 NUL Congressional Advocacy Program Graduates

The Washington Bureau is pleased to introduce the 2025-2026 Graduates of the National Urban League Congressional Advocacy Program! This diverse group of leaders from across the Urban League movement came together to complete an intensive six-month learning experience with a common commitment to empower communities and change lives through advocacy and grassroots outreach.

Please join us in congratulating this year’s graduates who have successfully earned their certification!

Yasmine Allen | Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio Young Professionals

Dr. Monique C. Atherley | New York Urban League Young Professionals

Angel Carroll | Austin Area Urban League Affiliate

Caryn Clopton | Urban League of Middle Tennessee Affiliate

Destiny Fordham | Houston Area Urban League Young Professionals

Nicholas Hawkins | Dallas-Fort Worth Urban League Young Professionals

Fallon Johnson | Urban League of Broward County Affiliate

Morgan Jones | Lexington Urban League Young Professionals

Gregory Mitchell | Louisville Urban League Young Professionals

Tammie L. Roberson | Pinellas County Urban League Guild

Zulekha Z. Sharp | Akron Urban League Affiliate

Erika Smiley | Houston Area Urban League Young Professionals

Lauren A. Wilson | National Urban League National Office