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The Future of Work and Creating Wealth in Minority Communities

During this session, local national thought leaders will provide insights and recommendations on preparing minorities for the future of work with automation and closing the wealth gap in America between minority and non-minority communities. Panelists will share historical and current legislation and practices that have created the skills gap and the wealth gap in America, and recommendations for how communities of color can work to advocate for and create sustainable enterprises that create value for these communities. This session will also examine the economic, political and cultural implications that create positive outcomes or those that hinder progress in our communities.

VOTE TODAY! LOUISIANA PRIMARY ELECTION!

Q: I was prepared to vote in the April election but it changed due to the pandemic. When do I vote now? A: The Presidential Primary election for Louisiana is now on July 11th. FIND YOUR POLLING LOCATION!

Young Professionals Career 101 – July General Body Meeting

Julia Rock, owner of Rock Career Development, will share with ULLA YP members tips and tools on how to navigate through this pandemic as it relates to your career. These unprecedented times require an adaptive mentality and Julia is equipping professionals to not just “get by” but also THRIVE.

FACE MASK GIVEAWAY!

Urban League of Louisiana HQ 4640 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, LA, United States

The Urban League of Louisiana is helping the community mask up to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and follow the Governor's mandate.

Virtual Job Fair

The Urban League of Louisiana - Office of Workforce Development is VIRTUAL JOB FAIRS to connect job seekers to opportunities in essential industry jobs.

DEADLINE TO REQUEST ABSENTEE BALLOT

To vote by absentee ballot, you must submit the application to request a mail ballot by 4:30pm on August 11th. Applications can be sent to the registrar of voters by mail, fax, hand delivery, or electronically through the secretary of state’s website at GeauxVote.com.

Reclaiming the Future: How Your Business Can Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19

Please register for "Reclaiming the Future: How Your Business Can Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19" by visiting https://nul.org/program/advancing-black-entrepreneurs/register. Advancing Black Entrepreneurs by Chase for Business is partnering with Black Enterprise, the National Urban League, the U.S. Black Chambers and the National Minority Supplier Development Council to help Black-owned small businesses recover and move forward in the wake of the current global pandemic. Together, we’ve created an educational program specifically for Black business owners on topics that are vital to business growth and sustainability. This first session focuses on how Black business owners can address immediate financial needs and build resiliency in the age of the coronavirus. The Urban League of Louisiana will host this special session, Reclaiming the Future: How Your Business Can Rise to the Challenges of COVID-19, on Wednesday, August 12,10:00-11:30am CT. During this session, Black business leaders will learn how to build resiliency and develop proactive strategies to manage cash flow, protect customers and workers, strengthen community ties, create new opportunities for revenue and prepare for the next crisis. This ninety-minute guided digital session will cover topics including: • The increasing importance of bookkeeping • Pivoting your business model in this new economic environment • Helping […]

AUGUST MUNICIPAL ELECTION

The purpose of the August 15 municipal general election is to allow voters in some parishes to vote in run-off elections for local municipal offices and certain parishes to vote on special proposition elections. Visit urbanleaguela.org/vote for FAQs and resources.

Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-Grants Program Information Session

Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome and the City of Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish recognize the challenges that local businesses are facing as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the short-term financial needs of microenterprises and small businesses, the Resilient Restart EBR: Small Business Micro-grants Program offers one-time, micro-grants of $2,500 to eligible entities that have been impacted by COVID-19. Recipients may use these funds for rent, utilities, inventory, accounts payable, fixed costs, employee wages and benefits. Monday, August 17, 12:00pm-1:00pm CT https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2404539979354681360