Jim Moran Foundation Awards $1M to Urban League and Hispanic Unity of Florida to Promote Racial Equity

To commemorate The Jim Moran Foundation’s 20th anniversary of improving the quality of life for the youth and families of Florida, the Urban League of Broward County (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) and Hispanic Unity of Florida (HUF) have each received a $500,000 grant to advance racial equity in Broward County. This $1 million investment will build the capacity for both organizations to work effectively with stakeholders to lead critical conversations about racial equity and to propose transformative solutions that address them.

Submitted byihall_11 onMon, 03/15/2021 - 20:25

'This is about Justice': Events, Rallies Mark 1-year Anniversary of Breonna Taylor's Death

On March 13, 2020, Breonna Taylor was shot and killed in her home by police officers who broke down her door to serve a search warrant.

One year later, her death and her name continue to drive calls for change to policing, systemic racism and a host of other issues in i Louisville and cities nationwide.

Submitted byihall_11 onMon, 03/15/2021 - 15:55

ReMarcs Newsletter - March 13, 2021

We still #SayHerName. Today marks 1 year since Breonna Taylor was taken from us. Hear from Marc Morial, her sister Ju’Niyah Palmer + Sadiqa Reynolds. | COVID-19 vaccine update. Our latest poll results show a strong majority of Black Americans are ready for the COVID-19 vaccine. Learn more. | Ready to reopen your business location? Join our virtual seminar on March 23rd to learn tips on safely returning back to the workplace. | Let’s empower each other. We can't wait to celebrate 7 phenomenal leaders and changemakers at #WomenOfPower. RSVP now for the star-studded event! | Keeping his legacy alive. As we continue to celebrate the life and legacy of Vernon Jordan, learn more about the impact he has made throughout the years. | The Senate holds the vote. Let’s push the Senate to pass the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act NOW! Here’s how you can make a difference.| Coping During COVID-19. When is the last time you took a moment to practice self-care? Check out the replay for tips on how to de-stress.

Submitted byrwilliams@nul.org onSat, 03/13/2021 - 11:04