New York Urban League Will Host Series of Events and Activities to Educate and Elevate During Black History Month

 

NEW YORK, NY - New York Urban League will celebrate Black History Month with a series of events and activities for the community.  During this time of heightened awareness of racial disparities exacerbated by COVID, we invite you to read our State of Black New York, connect with on-going opportunities for service at our organization, and learn about ways to diversify your workforce.  Join us at www.nyul.org.

"We thought it was especially important to provide opportunities for youth and adults to learn, to reflect, and to celebrate this Black History Month.  This past year has been very challenging as COVID continues to ravage black and brown communities and take an economic toll.  Our nation has started to face its racist past and its impact on our divisive present. Fighting for voting rights, managing COVID and addressing the economic, educational, and emotional needs of our communities remain our top priorities.  As a result, this year our celebration of Black History Month will feature opportunities to both volunteer and participate in a range of NYUL programs and services," says Arva Rice, President and CEO, New York Urban League.

Please see the below list of events and activities. 

State of Black New York Lunch & Learn – Anytime month of February                                                                                       

In 2020, the New York Urban League released the State of Black New York report, in keeping with the National Urban League’s State of Black America.  The New York Urban League’s 2020 “The State of Black New York” report utilizes data from the National Urban League’s Equality Index™, Robin Hood & Columbia University’s Poverty and Early Childhood Poverty Trackers, and key citywide data to highlight disparities among Black New Yorkers and propose solutions across our national program areas:  Economics, Education, Digital Divide, Civic Engagement, Social (Criminal) Justice, and Health.   Host NYUL for a Lunch and Learn or Fireside Chat about the report.  

Young Professionals Join Week – February 7-14th 

Are you 21-40 years of age and looking for a way to give back to your community, build your network and connect with other like-minded New Yorkers, join the New York Urban League Young Professionals for Join Week February 7-14th     Join Week is a national initiative developed to educate young professionals as well as the community about the National Urban League Movement, the National Urban League Young Professionals and how local chapter are giving back and serving their respective communities.  NYULYP will host various events supporting membership recruitment, engagement, and retention with an overall focus on personal and professional development, civic engagement, and community service. 

Black Business Matters - Application Due February 9th 

The New York Urban League Small Business Solutions Center will host an exciting business plan writing program for entrepreneurs.  Over 10 weeks the group will take a deep dive into strategy, marketing financials, the competitive landscape and more.  Guest speakers will share their expertise in human resources, general business law and small business accounting.  Participants will also receive one-on-one support and be partnered into peer learning circles.  

Diversity and its Critical Role in DEI Strategy Workshop – February 15th  

A key element of a robust diversity, equity and inclusion strategy involves staffing, recruitment, and retention.  Another key element is implementation of a supplier diversity program.  Learn how to create, implement a expand your program at this session.  This workshop is being provided by our newly launched Diversity & Inclusion Lab an incubator for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Recruitment and Best workplace practices. 

Speed Resume Review - February 23rd

Job seekers are invited to bring their resumes of LinkedIn pages for a review by human resources professionals, recruiters, and talent managers.  These professionals will provide one-on-review and immediate feedback.  All guests will also be invited to network and join NYULConnect - NYUL's interactive portal that connects jobs seekers and employers.  

NYUL Day – February 24th 

Celebrate Black History Month by sporting NYUL gear and posting on social media the importance of Black History Month as well as your connection to the New York Urban League.  T-shirts,  sweatshirts and other NYUL gear with our special “Afro Girl or Boy” are available with other items at our NYUL store at www.nyul.org/shop    

NYUL Virtual Open House – February 24th 

Looking to make a career change or find a new position?  Want to volunteer your time and talents to a worthy cause?  Join us virtually on February 24 from 6:30-8pm to learn how you can volunteer and enroll!    

Whitney M. Young, Jr. Scholarship Launch – February

A central program of the New York Urban League for over 40 years is our Whitney M. Young, Jr Scholarship program.  Over 4,000 students have been awarded over 20 million dollars in scholarships through the program.   The application period is now open, and applications can be downloaded at our website www.nyul.org. 

Questions about our programming for Black History Month or future opportunities to collaborate, contact Claude Aska, Director of Development at CAska@nyul.org or visit www.nyul.org.