This week, Joi Chaney, our Executive Director and Senior Vice President of Policy and Advocacy, sits down with Kim Tignor, Co-leader of She Will Rise, as they discuss the historic significance of the first Black woman to be nominated to the United States Supreme Court – Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. Together, they discuss Judge Jackson’s Senate hearing and confirmation process, SCOTUS mobilization efforts lead by She Will Rise and ways our listeners can help amplify Judge Jackson’s confirmation.  Discussed in this episode: Ketanji Brown Jackson, Judge Jackson, Supreme Court Justice, United States Supreme Court, SCOTUS, She Will Rise, SistaScotus, Black women, history, nomination, President Biden, Community, State of Black America, For the Movement, National Urban League, Urban League Movement

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Washington, D.C. (March 29, 2022) – Today, National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial issued the following statement applauding President Biden for signing the Emmett Till Anti-Lynching Act, the nation’s first anti-lynching bill, into law:

On Behalf of the Black Coalition Against COVID

We commissioned this two-year assessment because we believe it is essential to examine the consequences of the pandemic for Black America.

Read the report above, or download a PDF copy.

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – The Urban League of Broward County was awarded a $50,000 grant to assist help small business in South Florida.

The PNC Foundation, an organization with a focus on early childhood education, community and economic development, gave the grant to support the Urban League’s uBiz Co-Lab program, which is cohort learning model that offers business owners access to personalized business coaching in various areas.

PEORIA, ILL – The Tri-County Urban League (Peoria, IL) is trying to get people back to work.

In a job fair hosted by the Urban League on Thursday, March 24th, the Urban League hosted local Peoria businesses that are actively looking to hire new employees.

According to President and CEO Dr. Dawn Harris Jeffries, there are many companies that are looking to fill positions, including her very own.

She said, “Even the Urban League is hiring, for example, so not only are we telling people what we do, but we are also hiring for some positions as well.”

BINGHAMTON, NY – The Broome County Urban League (Binghamton, NY) is reminding small business owners that there are tools available to help them succeed.

In a recent roundtable organized by the Urban League, several small business representatives along with government officials spoke about the needs and concerns for small business owners. County executive Jason Garnar was one of the attendees.

The roundtable is part of a series of roundtables called “Let’s Make Small Business a Big Deal.”

COLUMBUS, OH – In an effort to stop violence in the city, the Columbus City Council approved a measure that will give funding to four different non-profits.

Including on that list is the Columbus Urban League (Columbus, OH), and their anti-gang initiative, the Neighborhood Violence Intervention program.

The program is meant for young adult, 12 through 24, and seeks to help them stay away from gangs and street violence. Over the past 12 months, the program has helped 40 people find employment, assisted with 19 peace agreements and quelled over 80 violent situations. With the City Council’s funding, the Urban League said that they will now be able to expand their outreach.

DC, we’re on the way. Registration is now open for the National Urban League Annual Conference. Reserve your spot. | #WeStandWithUkraine. The current threat to democracy has taken siege overseas, and it’s time for Black Americans to be in solidarity against bigotry. | #StateofBlackAmerica. On April 12th we’re featuring heavy hitters in the policy arena who are dedicated to ending voter suppression. Sign up. | COVID-19 isn’t over. There’s a new variant in town, and getting vaxxed + boosted is now more critical than ever. Learn more. | #WeFightForHer. Black women are qualified in all arenas, and Judge Jackson’s nomination to SCOTUS impacts us all. Tune in now. | What’s your legacy? Close out Women’s History Month with us on March 30th as we host a live session on legacy building. RSVP now. | Round of applause! Here’s why we’re elated Congress included funding for our critical work in communities across the country in its 2022 spending package. | Ready to save on your taxes? Did you know, when you donate stock to the League, you are eligible to take a charitable deduction? Find out more.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 26, 2022) — Today, National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial issued a statement commending the Biden Administration’s release of a comprehensive action plan to address bias in  residential property appraisal valuations: