KNOXVILLE (Oct. 30, 2023) - The Knoxville Area Urban League (Knoxville, TN) hosted its annual Equal Opportunity Awards Gala recently.

The annual gala, which took place at the Knoxville Convention Center on Thursday, October 26th, celebrates community leaders who have contributed to ensuring equitable opportunities in the Knoxville community.

The awards recognized notable figures in minority businesses and corporate leadership, and the Urban League also presented the Whitney M. Young Jr. Lifetime Achievement Awards.  

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INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 23, 2023) - The Indianapolis Urban League (Indianapolis, IN) is offering a free career fair for Indianapolis residents.

The annual Fall Career Fair will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 25th from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 777 Indiana Avenue. The Career Fair provides an opportunity for attendees to connect with employers looking to hire qualified candidates. Additionally, attendees can enjoy free parking and lunch as part of the event.

According to the Urban League, employers such as Blast Media, Cintas, FedEx Express, Indianapolis Airport Authority, University of Indianapolis, UPS, and Walmart will be at the Fair looking for prospective new employees.

MADISON (Oct. 23, 2023) - The Urban League of Greater Madison (Madison, WI) is hosting a free expungement clinic on Thursday, October 26th, with the support of Legal Action of Wisconsin, Foley & Lardner, and the Wisconsin Association of African American Lawyers.

Volunteer lawyers and legal professionals will be available to help community members navigate their criminal records, potentially expunging certain convictions or removing specific arrests.

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Marc H. Morial 
President and CEO
National Urban League

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