Misogyny in the NBA. After public criticism of racist remarks, Robert Sarver, the Phoenix Suns and Mercury owner, has put the teams up for sale. More here. | Mark your calendars. Join the Urban League movement on October 1st and 2nd for the National Urban League’s Weekend of Action! Click to volunteer for canvassing and voter registration. | It’s time for a boost. Take the next step in protecting yourself against COVID-19 variants by setting an appointment for the updated Omicron booster. | Calling all entrepreneurs! Tap into our FREE webinar on Sept. 28 for insight on increasing revenue for your biz, understanding SBA loans + much more. | Ready to build your tribe? Join us on Wednesday for a webinar on obtaining and building a relationship with a professional mentor. Register today.

NEW YORK (September 23, 2022) – Hundreds of highly-trained workers from underrepresented populations in five cities will be connected with clean energy job opportunities through a new Urban Apprenticeship Readiness Program – a joint initiative of the National Urban League and the Center for Energy Workforce Development.

Marc H. Morial 
President and CEO
National Urban League

“Sarver didn’t have his come-to-Jesus moment voluntarily. He was dragged there kicking and screaming. And he expected to find clemency there, at the spot where he exchanged his elite position for a dose of humility. But by pleading for a second chance, he was really fighting to keep his position of power. Sarver could very well mean it when he says he’s sorry, and he may make good on his pledge to emerge as a better man. Still, the forgiveness that he believes is his right does not come with the privilege of owning an NBA team.” – Candace Buckner

This week’s announcement that Robert Sarver has put the Phoenix Suns and Mercury up for sale is welcome news. The NBA and WNBA are well rid of his racism, misogyny, harassment, and abuse.

Event Name: Meeting a Mentor sponsored by Anheuser-Busch

Date: September 28th at 12:00pm EST

Event Description: Discuss how to obtain and build a relationship with a professional mentor with Daarina Musaddiq, Director of IT Foundational Support in the Tech Ops organization at Anheuser Busch.

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ST. LOUIS – The Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis (St. Louis, MO) held their annual Salute to Women in Leadership on Friday, September 9th.

The gala is an event that honors incredible women who embody the mission of the Urban League to help members of underserved and disadvantaged communities.

Honorees for this year’s gala include the University of Missouri-St. Louis Chancellor, Kristin Sobolik. Sobolik was praised for being the lead for the USML strategic plan focused on inclusive prosperity. Her other accomplishments include the introduction of more than a dozen new academic programs, a 20% increase in private philanthropy, as well as the university’s rise in ranking.

Other honorees include: