Press Releases and Announcements
Urban League of Louisiana’s Official Statement Regarding the Passage of SB 121
Today, the Louisiana House of Representatives advanced SB 121 — a deliberate and deeply troubling attempt to weaken Black political power, silence...
Urban League of Louisiana Official Statement following the Senate’s Passage of a 5-1 Congressional Map
Today, the Louisiana State Senate passed a dangerous 5-1 congressional map designed to silence and dilute the political power of Black voters, while...
Urban League of Louisiana’s Official Statement Regarding the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Finding and Call to Action for Louisiana Voters
The Urban League of Louisiana is deeply concerned by the United States Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decision to stay the temporary restraining...
Official Response from Urban League of Louisiana to Governor Landry’s Suspension of Louisiana’s Primary Elections
Governor Landry’s decision to suspend Louisiana’s primary election is unnecessary, destabilizing, and deeply concerning. Nothing in the U.S. Supreme...
Statement from Urban League of Louisiana Condemns The United States Supreme Court’s Decision In Louisiana V. Callais and Renews Call for Congressional Map including a Second Majority District
Today’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais is not just disappointing, it is a devastating blow to the core promise of American democracy. In Louisiana...
Defending Democracy in Louisiana: A Call to Conscience and Action
To the People of Louisiana and Members of the Legislature: Public service comes with a promise - to uphold the Constitution, to follow the law, and...
DBE Certification Changes
Attention Certified DBE/ACDBE Firms: On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued an Interim Final Rule (IFR)...
Urban League of Louisiana Honors Rhaoul A. Guillaume, Sr. at Annual Gala
At its 2025 Annual Gala, the Urban League of Louisiana proudly honors Rhaoul A. Guillaume, Sr., an innovative civil engineer, entrepreneur, and...
Urban League opens volunteer registration for 2025 Big Health Event
The Urban League of Louisiana officially opened registration for those looking to volunteer at the 2025 Big Health Event in Shreveport. Any...
Urban League opens volunteer registration for 2024 National Urban League Conference
The Urban League of Louisiana officially opened registration for those looking to volunteer at the 2024 National Urban League Conference in New...
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