Lorain County Urban League Combats Teen Violence

ELYRIA (Sept. 18, 2023) – With a rise in teen violence, the Lorain County Urban League (Elyria, OH) is trying its best to keep young people from falling victim to its clutches.

The Urban League has partnered with the cities of Elyria and Lorain to create a new program called “S.O.S,” which stands for “Save Our Streets.”

The program has already received $600,000 in grants, including one from the Nord Family Foundation for $200,000.

Submitted by mgenaotemp@nul.org on Mon, 09/18/2023 - 16:33

Urban League of Hillsborough County Gets $300K Grant from Dept. of Labor

TAMPA BAY (Sept. 18, 2023) – The Urban League of Hillsborough County (Tampa, FL) just received a $300,000 grant from the Department of Labor to help with their workforce program.

The grant will help the Urban League’s existing program that helps former high school students who did not graduate. The program, called the “Hands Up Program,” will assist 25 people with a paid internship in industries such as mechanics, retail, solar energy, along with others. The program will also enable the participants to receive services such as transportation, GED preparation, and childcare services.

Submitted by mgenaotemp@nul.org on Mon, 09/18/2023 - 16:33

ReMarcs Newsletter -September 16, 2023

#ReclaimYourVote. The first step to creating change in your community is voting on issues that matter the most to you. Here’s how you can register. | Protect Black women. Since opening the investigation on Trump, Fani Willis has been at the focal point of threats and intimidation tactics. More on that. | Tune in Monday! RSVP to learn about the Biden Administration’s new income-driven repayment plan for student loans: the SAVE plan. | For the love of food and community. We had a time celebrating Black entrepreneurs in Baltimore as part of our Black Restaurant Accelerator Program with PepsiCo Foundation! See what it's all about. | When was your last vaccine? Learn more about the updated vaccine created to protect your family's health and schedule your appointment. | Your vote has power. Add your voice to the convo on Tuesday via IG Live as we dive into how to make an impact on National Voter Registration Day. | Level up your career. Learn more about our Urban Youth Pathways Program, which provides youth/young adults 14-21 with career exploration + more. | Ready to secure the bag? Tap into our free webinar on Wednesday to learn how to utilize your skills to obtain your dream career. Sign up now. | It's a celebration! Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, we're celebrating our Hispanic brothers and sisters and their vibrant contributions to our nation.

Submitted by rwilliams@nul.org on Sat, 09/16/2023 - 09:39

PepsiCo Foundation, National Urban League, and the Greater Baltimore Urban League Host Culinary Tasting Event to Celebrate Black Owned Restaurants

Exclusive Event Spotlights Community Success Stories & the Economic Impact of the Black Restaurant Accelerator Program

 

BALTIMORE (Sept. 12, 2023) -- The PepsiCo Foundation, National Urban League, and Greater Baltimore Urban League's first Culinary Tasting Event showcased and highlighted the success stories emerging from their impactful partnership, the Black Restaurant Accelerator Program.

Submitted by mtomlin-crutch… on Thu, 09/14/2023 - 19:16

Threats And Intimidation Against Prosecutor Fani Willis Are Terroristic Acts In Pursuit Of An Authoritarian Trump Regime

Marc H. Morial 
President and CEO
National Urban League
 
“I keep the promise of my oath to the United States and Georgia Constitutions and do not allow myself to be bullied and threatened by Members of Congress, local elected officials, or others who believe lady justice should not be blind and that America has different laws for different citizens.” Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis. 

Submitted by cmonteil@nul.org on Thu, 09/14/2023 - 19:10

National Urban League Commends U.S. Justice Department Prosecution of Former Memphis Police in Connection with Tyre Nichols Killing

NEW YORK (September 9, 2023) -- National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial today commended the U.S. Justice Department's indictment of the former Memphis Police officers who battered Tyre Nichols to death in January.

Submitted by iamempowered on Wed, 09/13/2023 - 13:34