CHATTANOOGA (Dec. 11, 2023) - The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga (Chattanooga, TN) celebrated its 41st annual Equal Opportunity Day breakfast recently.

The event took place at the University of Tennessee’s Chattanooga campus on Thursday, Dec. 7th. The school was also honored as a community impact award recipient for its support of Urban League initiatives such as the Volunteer Income Tax initiative, among other Urban League programs.

Also honored at the breakfast was the City of Chattanooga – the city was recognized with the Inclusion by Design award for its commendable business practices and community engagement efforts at City Hall.

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ELYRIA (Dec. 5, 20230 - The Lorain County Urban League (Elyria, OH) wants to stop the violence.

Marking a significant step in the community's efforts to address and prevent violence, the Urban League will begin its violence intervention efforts this coming January.

The Urban League’s Angela Lee shared that they have recruited three violence interrupters and a social outreach worker, with plans to commence training soon and actively engage with the community at the start of the new year.

WILMINGTON (Dec. 5, 2023) - The Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League (Wilmington, DE) wants police officers to take accountability.

The Urban League is collaborating with several groups to establish a police accountability board in New Castle County. This pioneering move, sanctioned by a recent ordinance from County Council, signifies a momentous stride towards positive change and justice.

Jennifer Thompkins, the Urban League's president & CEO, expressed enthusiasm for the board's formation.

“We are absolutely thrilled about the establishment of this New Castle County police accountability board, as it marks a monumental step in the right direction,” she said.

LOUISVILLE (Dec. 5, 2023) - The Louisville Urban League (Louisville, KY), highlighted significant achievements in its latest impact report. Demonstrating its ongoing commitment, the nonprofit unveiled remarkable figures: over 500 graduates from the Kentuckiana Builds program, placement of over 200 seniors into jobs, and the support of 88 new homeowners.

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