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National Urban League
Sat, 13 Nov 2021 - 3:58pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - November 13, 2020

It’s official! With the holiday season quickly approaching, children as young as 5 years old can now be vaxxed. Learn more. | Our vote, our voice. Read more on how without reforming the filibuster, our right to vote will continuously remain unprotected + undervalued. | Happy Native American Heritage Month! This month, we’re honoring the history, culture & influences of our Native American brothers + sisters.| Build Back Better Agenda. Read more on how the Biden-Harris Administration plans to reset the trajectory of America’s economy. | New jobs report. Dr. Bernard Anderson, our Chief Economics Adviser, shares an in-depth look at the state of the economy. Here’s what the numbers tell us. | It’s time to BOSS up! This week, we sit down with Cameka Smith to discuss the importance of giving women of color a community of their own.

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National Urban League
Sat, 06 Nov 2021 - 3:53pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - November, 6 2020

Know Before You Vote. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2 for 35 states, and we’ve created a resource guide with tips to use before heading to the polls. | Build Back Better Agenda. Here’s how the Biden-Harris admin is working towards ensuring American families reach economic prosperity. | We love to see it! California is doing what needs to be done to flatten the curve, and be #AllInAgainstCovid. Read more. | The final countdown! Tomorrow is the last day to get the full #NULCONF21 experience. Don’t miss the wave, catch up on the gems now. | Relive the moment. During #EOD21 we honored trailblazers who truly personify our vision of service. Watch the replay. | Grow your career. Job seekers, check out these opportunities at Bloomin’ Brands, committed to fostering a safe and inclusive work environment. | Let’s talk tech! On Nov. 3 tap into our webinar to learn strategies on how to break down barriers to dive into the Tech industry.

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National Urban League
Sat, 30 Oct 2021 - 3:33pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - October 30, 2021

Know Before You Vote. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 2 for 35 states, and we’ve created a resource guide with tips to use before heading to the polls. | Build Back Better Agenda. Here’s how the Biden-Harris admin is working towards ensuring American families reach economic prosperity. | We love to see it! California is doing what needs to be done to flatten the curve, and be #AllInAgainstCovid. Read more. | The final countdown! Tomorrow is the last day to get the full #NULCONF21 experience. Don’t miss the wave, catch up on the gems now. | Relive the moment. During #EOD21 we honored trailblazers who truly personify our vision of service. Watch the replay. | Grow your career. Job seekers, check out these opportunities at Bloomin’ Brands, committed to fostering a safe and inclusive work environment. | Let’s talk tech! On Nov. 3 tap into our webinar to learn strategies on how to break down barriers to dive into the Tech industry.

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National Urban League
Sat, 23 Oct 2021 - 3:25pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - October 23, 2021

Remembering a legend. On Monday the world stood still as we learned about the passing of General Colin Powell. Here’s more on his legacy. | Fact vs. fiction. We’ve created a resource hub to combat a lot of inaccurate information online. Learn more. | What a night! On Thursday we hosted the 65th Annual Equal Opportunity Dinner. Did you miss it? Watch the full replay now. | Time is almost up! Our first-ever virtual conference was a vibe. You have until Oct. 31 to watch it before the replay is no longer available. | Latinx Identity. This week, we sit down with Natasha Alford to discuss the importance of claiming your heritage. Tune in.

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National Urban League
Sat, 16 Oct 2021 - 3:20pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - October 16, 2021

#MakeBlackCount. The Census undercount has been detrimental to Black communities. Here’s more on how this is impacting funding for our cities.| Vax facts. There’s been a lot of talk about the COVID-19 vaccine + expecting mothers. Here’s why it’s safe for pregnant women to get vaxxed. | Time is winding down! Did you attend #NULCONF21? You have until Oct. 31 to catch up on all the gems from entrepreneurial trailblazers. | Welcome to Louisville! This week we traveled to Louisville for the 21 Pillars Heartland tour. Did you miss it? Catch the full replay virtually. | Let the magic happen. #EOD2021 is set to be one of the most enchanting evenings of the fall. You don’t want to miss it. Register now. | Our vote, our voice. The key to our voting rights is in the hands of Congress. Here’s how we take action now.

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National Urban League
Sat, 09 Oct 2021 - 3:15pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - October 9, 2021

We want change. Read more on President Biden’s landmark infrastructure investment + Build Back Better agenda and how it impacts our communities. | Catch up on the vibes. Watch the replay of our four day virtual conference centering Black excellence, money moves, career development + much more. | Protecting our communities. The numbers are sobering but there are ways we can keep ourselves and others safe. Here’s how to get vaxxed. | Set your alarms! On October 21 at 6:30 PM ET our virtual Equal Opportunity Dinner will be streaming live. Register today to join in on the experience. | Protect Black immigrants! The Haitian migrant crisis has made a severe impact on how we view immigration issues in the U.S. Tune in now. | We’re on the move. Next stop on the 21 Pillars Heartland Tour is Louisville! Join community leaders + civil rights activists on Oct. 14. | Shattering the Ceiling. STEM has been a male dominated field for decades, but now women are claiming their seat at the table. Learn more on Oct. 13. | National Estate Planning Awareness Week. Check out FreeWill, a free, online resource that will help you to create a will. Read more. | New jobs report. Dr. Bernard Anderson, our Chief Economics Adviser, shares an in-depth look at the state of the economy. Here’s what the numbers tell us.

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National Urban League
Sat, 02 Oct 2021 - 2:11pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - October 2, 2021

Catch up on the gems! Did you miss the virtual extravaganza of the year? Tune in now to watch the replay of our four day conference. | We’re over the moon. Dr. Sian Proctor is the epitome of #BlackGirlMagic! Here's how she’s trying to make space just, equitable, diverse, and inclusive. | On booster shots. The FDA has authorized Pfizer booster doses for certain groups of people, including those 65 and older. Here’s what you need to know. | Let’s talk climate change. Catch the replay of our #JusticeNOW Instagram Live series as we discuss the impact climate change has on our communities. | Mark your calendar. Our virtual Equal Opportunity Dinner is back in a couple of few weeks! Here's a snippet of what we have in store, stay tuned for more. | What is virtual equity? Don't miss our free webinar on how to overcome unconscious bias and micro-aggressions in the virtual world. | Take a listen! Tune in to our latest episode to learn about resources available to new, seasoned, and future small business owners.

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National Urban League
Sat, 25 Sep 2021 - 2:04pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - September 25, 2021

TUNE IN TODAY! Join us for our FREE Youth Leadership Summit streaming live on our Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and NUL.org. | Gymnasts demand justice. Here’s why the 4 gymnasts who testified about sexual abuse at the hands of Larry Nassar deserve support and accountability. | This is the week! Make sure you’re registered, get a sneak peek on Preview Day (starting Monday at 5PM ET), check out the lineup + more. | Founder’s Day. On Sept. 29, we’ll be celebrating 111 years of empowering communities and changing lives. Let’s take a look back at our work. | One step forward. A recent Pfizer trial shows promising vaccine results for children ages 5 to 11. Keep up with updates and find tips. | Let’s talk resources for small businesses! Tune in as we celebrate Small Business week + discuss innovative ways to support your business.

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National Urban League
Sat, 18 Sep 2021 - 1:59pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - September 18, 2021

Saluting Latinx heritage. From now through October 15, we’re celebrating our Hispanic/Latinx brothers + sisters and their influences to our culture. | Responding to Hurricane Ida. Here are guidelines we recommend to help avoid inequitable recovery for Black families after a disaster. | It’s almost here! We have four phenomenal days curated just for you + it’s all FREE. The only way to access it is by registering. RSVP now. | How to stay safe. You may have a lot of questions and we can give you the facts. Here’s what you need to know about the COVID-19 vaccines. | Your vote matters. Marc H. Morial sits down with Brittany Packnett Cunningham for a convo on #NationalBlackVoterDay + much more. Watch now. | A word from our Prez. Black communities have been in a battle with three pandemics over the last year. Marc H. Morial breaks it down in this essay. | Our youth spoke, we listened. On September 25, join us for the first-ever FREE live Youth Leadership Summit. Register today!

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National Urban League
Sat, 11 Sep 2021 - 1:46pm

ReMarcs Newsletter - September 11, 2020

20 years later. Today, we honor the people we lost and the countless lives impacted by the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001. We will never forget. | Remembering Michael K. Williams. We not only lost a giant in storytelling but also in the fight for equity. Here's how we can honor Williams' legacy. | It’s FREE. You heard us correctly, this year’s Conference is free and you can curate your own schedule. The only way to experience it all is to register. | Reclaim Your Vote! Last year, we launched the first-ever National Black Voter Day and this year, we’re doing it even bigger. Stay tuned.Your safety matters. In-person activities are becoming the norm again, but protecting yourself against COVID-19 should still be top of mind. Here are tips. | New episode. Over a week has passed since Hurricane Ida hit areas of Louisiana, Mississippi, New York + New Jersey. Tune in for how we can rebuild. | Secure the bag. Aspiring entrepreneurs, tap into our webinar on Sept. 15th to catch gems on how to leverage resources to finance your business.

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