Urban League Host 37th Annual EOD Breakfast

Urban League of Greater Chattanooga (Chattanooga, TN) marked the affiliate’s 37th annual Equal Opportunity Day Breakfast on Friday (Nov. 1). Community-wide civic leaders, government officials and community members gathered to celebrate inclusion, diversity and empowerment at the Chattanooga Convention Center.

“Advocating for social justice requires dedication and determination,” said Dorothy Grisham, board chair of Urban League of Greater Chattanooga.

“The Equal Opportunity Day Breakfast commends those who work tirelessly to promote inclusion and empower underserved individuals.”

Urban League recognized local, corporate and individual leaders who champion the organization’s mission. Ted and Kelly Alling, Chattanooga Preparatory School, Chancellor Steven Angle and students, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, and James McKissic, Sankofa Fund were among the award recipients.

“We are humbled by the continued outpouring of support for our organization,” said Warren E. Logan, Jr., president of Urban League of Greater Chattanooga. “Without our community partners, we would be unable to fulfill our mission of empowering and encouraging underserved individuals throughout the area. This event is a celebration of our shared efforts and the many advocates who deeply believe in equal opportunity and social justice.”

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