Urban League of the Upstate Announces Scholars Program Participants

The Urban League of the Upstate has partnered with the Upstate Area Health Education Center and chosen its inaugural cohort for its McClaren AHEC Scholars program.

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Civil Rights Groups Push Back Against Wave of Anti-DEI Bills

So far this year, at least five state legislatures have passed bills seeking to curtail diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education. This year’s batch may seep more into the classroom.

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Judson W. Robinson Champions Voter Rights in Texas

In the heart of Houston, a pivotal battle rages for the fundamental right to vote. Brother Judson W. Robinson III (’78 Nu Phi), President & CEO of the Houston Area Urban League, spearheads the fight against regressive voting rights provisions entrenched in Texas Senate Bill 1 (S.B. 1).

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National Urban League Releases “State of Black America”

NEW YORK (March 11, 2024) - The National Urban League recently released its 2024 State of Black America Report, a vital document that sheds light on the ongoing struggles and progress of Black Americans in various spheres of life. Established in 1976 by Vernon E. Jordan Jr., the report has become a crucial resource for understanding the challenges faced by the Black community across areas like economics, education, health, and more.

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The Urban League of Greater Madison Hosts Fireside Chat on Race

MADISON (March 11, 2024) - The Urban League of Greater Madison's (Madison, WI) Black Business Hub recently hosted a poignant discussion featuring Dr. Richard Harris, who shared his experiences with racial discrimination and his efforts to preserve South Madison as a safe haven for Black families.

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Urban League of Southwestern Ohio Celebrates First “Black Women in Tech” Cohort

CINCINNATTI (March 11, 2024) - The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio (Cincinnati OH), in collaboration with Brighton Center, the Community Action Agency, and the Gaskins Foundation, is celebrating the graduation of the first cohort of Black Women in Tech program participants.

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Pinellas County Urban League Embarks on New Initiative

ST. PETERSBURG (Jan. 29, 2024) - Nikki Gaskin-Capehart, the newly appointed President and CEO of the Pinellas County Urban League (St. Petersburg, FL), has embarked on a comprehensive strategic planning initiative aimed at shaping the organization's direction through 2030.

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Fort Wayne Urban League Named "Community Champs" by Local Channel

FORT WAYNE (Jan. 8, 2024) – This year, the Fort Wayne Urban League (Fort Wayne, IN) celebrates 104 years of service, continuing its mission to assist the African American community and underserved populations in and around the Summit City.

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The Urban League of Middle Tennessee Receives Community Grant for Academy

NASHVILLE (Jan. 8, 2024) – The Urban League of Middle Tennessee (Nashville, TN) was the lucky recipient of a community grant from LP Building Solutions, celebrating its 50th year.

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Urban League of Union County Celebrates Growth & Community

UNION (Jan. 8, 2024) - Ahead of the holiday season, the Urban League of Union County (Elizabeth, NJ) gathered to celebrate its growth and the excellence exemplified by its members with the 47th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Dinner and Gala. Held at Kean University's STEM Building in Union, NJ

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