ADL and National Urban League to Partner on New Hub for Countering Domestic Extremism and Political Violence

Washington, DC, June 13, 2022 -- ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) and the National Urban League today announced a new partnership bringing together two venerable civil rights organizations in service of fighting the dire and deadly threats of domestic extremism and political violence.

Submitted byiamempowered onMon, 06/13/2022 - 15:24

Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio Center for Social Justice Releases Report on Policing in Hamilton County

CINCINNATI - The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio’s (Cincinnati, OH) Center for Social Justice released the “Policing in Hamilton County Report” this week. The report centers around responses to a 57-question survey from 30 local police chiefs. Survey questions focused on key issues relevant to local communities, including police training, data collection and transparency, accountability, and community oversight. The report also includes research on national trends in law enforcement and a list of recommendations for local departments to increase transparency and accountability and strengthen police/community relations.

Submitted bymgenaotemp@nul.org onMon, 06/13/2022 - 13:47

In Fundraising Luncheon, Indianapolis Urban League Reflects on Pandemic

INDIANAPOLIS – In their fundraising luncheon, the Indianapolis Urban League (Indianapolis, IN) reflected on how the pandemic has seen them accelerate the way they’ve helped the community.

The luncheon, held on Wednesday, June 8th, not only serves as  fundraiser for the organization, it also serves as an award ceremony that recognizes people who have given back to the community.

The pandemic has seen the Urban League assist over 50,000 Indiana residents with programs that assist families as they still feel the effects of COVID-19. President of the Urban League, Tony Mason, commented on how the pandemic was a crash course on adapting.

Submitted bymgenaotemp@nul.org onMon, 06/13/2022 - 13:45

Knoxville Urban League Gives Out $16K to Entrepreneurs

KNOXVILLE – Local entrepreneurs in the Knoxville area got some cash for their business ideas.

On Tuesday, June 7th, the Knoxville Area Urban League (Knoxville, TN) gave out a total of sixteen thousand dollars to entrepreneurs as part of their entrepreneurship program, CO.STARTERS. The program is a ten-week program that gives entrepreneurs the chance to build upon their business plans and test their ideas, with instructors, peers and local business owners giving feedback. At programs’ end, program participants showcase their ideas to a judges panel, who then pick out three winners.

Submitted bymgenaotemp@nul.org onMon, 06/13/2022 - 13:44

ReMarcs Newsletter - June 11, 2022

What's next for Buffalo? From meeting with victims' families and Mayor Byron Brown to engaging with the community, see what came out of our visit. | Rooting out police violence. We took our 21 Pillars Tour to Kansas City this week! Check out the full video on how we make community safety a reality. | What's your answer? And if it hasn't crossed your mind much yet, now is the time to plan for a fun, safe summer. We're here to help with info and resources. | It's all about the policies. From student loans and Black health to tech and the upcoming midterm elections and more, we went there. Watch the replay! | FREE.99. Community, this one's for you! Register now to get a free backpack and brand-new sneaker for your child on July 23rd in Washington, D.C. | How to level up. If you are a person of color in a leadership role or trying to climb up the corporate ladder, watch for strategies to make your next move. | Enough is enough. Mass shootings and gun violence won't magically disappear if city, state, and national leaders don't act now. Let's dive into the conversation. | Too much is at stake. Black and brown voters are facing the biggest assault on our voting rights since Reconstruction. Support our work as we combat this.

Submitted byrwilliams@nul.org onSat, 06/11/2022 - 16:23

U.S. Department of Justice Responds "Yes" to Urban League Request for Probe of Louisiana State Police

NEW YORK and NEW ORLEANS (June 9, 2022) – The U.S. Department of Justice investigation of racial discrimination and excessive force by the Louisiana State Police is a long-awaited first step toward restoring trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve, national and local Urban League leaders said today.
Submitted byiamempowered onThu, 06/09/2022 - 17:06