National Urban League President Condemns Federal Court Ruling to End Opportunity for Disadvantaged Business Owners

NEW YORK (March 6, 2024) – National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial issued the following statement in response to a federal court ruling that the Minority Business Development Agency, created to expand opportunity for historically marginalized communities, must offer its services to non-marginalized communities:
Submitted byrwilliams@nul.org onThu, 03/07/2024 - 12:15

ReMarcs Newsletter - March 2, 2024

Just released! Dive into this year’s State of Black America report as we unpack our current fight for equality 60 years after the Civil Rights Act of 1964. | Tune in virtually! Join us on Tuesday as we kick off the 2024 Legislative Policy Conference and get a sneak peek at this year's State of Black America report. | Get vaxxed for free! The Bridge Access Program was created to ensure that vaccines are available and free for everyone. Get yours for free. | CBS Mornings. Watch as Marc Morial breaks down key State of Black America findings with Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil, and Nate Burleson. | Celebrating women! Register for our FREE webinar on Wednesday as we highlight the pivotal role women play in DEI + much more. | Morning Joe on MSNBC. Do you know what the latest equality gap is between Black and white Americans? See as Marc Morial explains.

Submitted byrwilliams@nul.org onSat, 03/02/2024 - 16:19

‘No Violence Know Peace’: Advocates Rally at Brockton High Following Calls for National Guard to Quell Violence

Dozens of activists, community members and parents gathered at the entrance of Brockton High School Monday morning to welcome students back after a weeklong vacation during which their school was in the national spotlight.
Submitted byrwilliams@nul.org onThu, 02/29/2024 - 16:54