National Urban League's Growth Opportunities Program is funded by the Department of Labor to provide r
esources to justice system-involved youth and young adults ages 18-24 who live in communities that experience high instances of violent crime. 

The program features wrap-around social services, including expungement, violence prevention workshops,
occupational skills training, and placement into work experiences such as internships, apprenticeships, and part-time and full-time employment.

April is Second Chance Month

The White House has declared April as Second Chance Month. This is an opportunity for us all to recognize the barriers faced by justice-impacted individuals and the comprehensive support needed for them to re-enter society safely and successfully.

On April 25-26th, 2023 the National Urban League held a special convening of Affiliate members who provide reentry programming to share their best practices, learn alongside one another, and recommit resources and services to support people as they work to reach their full potential.

Speakers included the President and CEO of the National Urban League, Marc H. Morial, Honorable Judge Sawyer from the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, and Chester Hollman III, who works for the Pennsylvania Innocence Project and the Urban League of Philadelphia.