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SUMMARY:Register to vote for November Election (in person or by mail)
DESCRIPTION:The deadline to register to vote in person or by mail is Oct. 13.  \nRegister to vote at https://www.sos.la.gov/ElectionsAndVoting/RegisterToVote/Pages/default.aspx
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/register-oct13/
CATEGORIES:Wake Up Geaux Vote
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211002
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
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SUMMARY:Deadline to Register for 2021 STRIVE Core Training Cohort 6
DESCRIPTION:Urban League’s STRIVE CORE Training is an attitudinal and workplace readiness course designed to change an individual’s attitude towards authority\, culture\, and peers\, enabling them to succeed in further skills training or education programs as well as the workplace. \nThe training is conducted in a work-simulated fashion over a four-week period\, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p. m. Upon successful completion and contingent upon the availability of funding\, individuals are connected to Urban League’s Career Pathways Program to further equip them for success with in-demand industry-based skills training that will lead to an industry recognized credential. \nRegister at https://urbanleaguela.org/strive-core-training/
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/register-for-2021-strive-core-training-cohort-6/
CATEGORIES:OWD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
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SUMMARY:Orleans Parish City Council Forum: At-Large 1 & 2\, District B Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting 2021 Voter Empowerment Forums on local races for the October election. \nRegister for our Candidate Forum for the At-large and District B race. \nRegister at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M7LIzAFrSXuKJCThOqJvdQ \n 
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/oct5forum/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20210826T161710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T171451Z
UID:236409-1633543200-1633550400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Orleans Parish City Council Forum: District C & E Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting 2021 Voter Empowerment Forums on local races for the October election. \nRegister for our Candidate Forum for the District C & E race. \nRegister at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_V7wiAjf5QiyBEaqWxASBVg
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/oct6forum/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T193000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20210826T162302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T185304Z
UID:236411-1633629600-1633635000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Orleans Parish City Council Forum: District D Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana is hosting 2021 Voter Empowerment Forums on local races for the October election. \nRegister for our Candidate Forum for the District D race. \nRegister at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IGGDlOQTTkqIprFeX0E55w \n 
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/oct7forum/
CATEGORIES:ULLA General,Wake Up Geaux Vote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20211001T194056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T194056Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 1 - Respond\, Rethink\, Reimagine
DESCRIPTION:The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses. Many businesses have had to close or limit operations\, lost revenue\, and terminate or furlough employees. While these are challenging times\, small businesses have an opportunity to deliberately pivot their business to meet the needs of a changing world. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n• How to assess the impact of COVID-19 and other disasters on your businesses \n• Gain insights on new market opportunities that exist for your business \n• How to assess the feasibility\, profitability\, and scalability of new business opportunities \nDuring this session\, participants will explore and evaluate what they have learned during the Covid-19 pandemic and other disasters. Participants will then identify and assess the new opportunities that exist for their business within their market and industry. Participants will also identify at least three opportunities to pivot towards that create a more profitable\, scalable\, and resilient business. \nThe facilitator for this series will be Malaika Moran\, Owner and Lead Strategist of SocialStep Marketing and Consulting. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6525343543303863312 . After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-1-respond-rethink-reimagine/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20211001T194848Z
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SUMMARY:Construction Law Academy: Session 1- Understanding and Negotiating Contract Terms
DESCRIPTION:During this session\, participants will learn some of the most common pitfalls in contract management and obtain guidance on how to avoid them through due diligence\, preparation\, and effective communications.  \nTopics discussed include: Change Orders\, Abandonment\, Warranties\, Termination\, Unenforceable\, etc.  \nSession Presenter: Denise C. Puente – Partner at Simon\, Peragine\, Smith\, & Redfearn\, L.L.P.  \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1787849204798320653
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-academy-session-1-understanding-and-negotiating-contract-terms/
CATEGORIES:CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T193000
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UID:237023-1634146200-1634153400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Construction Law Academy: Session 2 - Increasing Capacity through Partnering Agreements
DESCRIPTION:During this session\, attendees will gain insights into the dynamics of partnering agreements\, as well as the specific types of partnering agreements\, which include joint ventures and mentor-protégé relationships.  \nAttendees will walk away with new perspectives on risk mitigation\, including the key elements of a partnering contract that must be considered.  \nSession Presenter: Daya Naef\, Attorney and Legal Consultant\, Daya Naef\, LLC  \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5349822676095012365
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-academy-session-2-increasing-capacity-through-partnering-agreements-2/
CATEGORIES:CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T183000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20211001T195152Z
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UID:237025-1634232600-1634236200@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:Construction Law Academy: Session 3 - What Contractors Need to Know about Employment Law
DESCRIPTION:It is vitally important that entrepreneurs in construction become aware of and comply with employment laws that are relevant to the industry. During this session\, hear from an experienced employment law attorney about updates to employment law and how your business may be impacted. This session will also help to dispel the many employment law myths that exist\, particularly relating to contractors vs. employees\, and overtime and minimum wage laws.  \nSession Presenter: E. Fredrick Preis\, Jr. – Partner at Breazeale\, Sachse & Wilson\, L.L.P.\, New Orleans  \nThere is no cost to attend\, however\, registration is required. \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1697842083437064205
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/construction-law-academy-session-3-what-contractors-need-to-know-about-employment-law/
CATEGORIES:CEI_DBE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20210822T180304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211012T041108Z
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SUMMARY:School Supply Giveaway and Coat Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:The Urban League of Louisiana’s Parent Information Center\, in partnership with Baptist Community Ministries\, will host a School Supply Giveaway and Coat Giveaway Saturday\, October 16 from 10am to 2pm at Champions Square. \nAttendees can expect an array of resources including school supplies\, uniform vouchers\, and a chance to win special prizes including a PlayStation 5! \nTo comply with CDC guidelines\, the event is drive up only. \nPre-registration is required! Families can register here.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/school-supply-giveaway-2021/
LOCATION:Champions Square\, Lasalle St\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70112\, United States
CATEGORIES:FEATURED,PIC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T194302Z
UID:237016-1634648400-1634655600@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 2 - Reposition\, Restructure\, Recalibrate
DESCRIPTION:Pivoting one’s business to meet the changing needs of the market can require an operational overhaul. During this session\, participants will learn: 1) how to reorganize one’s business support model\, including employees\, suppliers\, consultants\, mentors\, accountability partners\, and others\, with risk management in mind\, and 2) how to assess and pivot the business’ structure\, operations\, staff\, and 3) the tools being used to create efficiency\, increase productivity and meet the needs of its customers. The session will include how entrepreneurs can recharge their mindsets and become energized about their pivot towards resilience.  \nWhat You Will Learn \n• How to evaluate the needs\, opportunities\, and gaps within the new business model  \n• How to map the new business support model\, training\, and counseling needs  \n• How to determine the tools and operational supports needed to ensure success \nThere is no cost to attend this session\, however\, registration is required. Reserve your spot today! https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4752129255352283408
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-2-reposition-restructure-recalibrate-2/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20211001T194445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211001T194445Z
UID:237018-1635253200-1635260400@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:COVID-19 Perspectives: Session 3 - Reorganize\, Retool\, Recharge
DESCRIPTION:The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted small businesses. Many businesses have had to close or limit operations\, lost revenue\, and terminate or furlough employees. While these are challenging times\, small businesses have an opportunity to deliberately pivot their business to meet the needs of a changing world. \nWhat You Will Learn: \n• How to evaluate the needs\, opportunities\, and gaps within the new business model \n• How to map the new business support model\, training\, and counseling needs \n• How to determine the tools and operational supports needed to ensure success \nPivoting ones business to meet the changing needs of the market can require an operational overhaul. During this session\, participants will learn: 1) how to reorganize one’s business support model\, including employees\, suppliers\, consultants\, mentors\, accountability partners\, and others\, with risk management in mind\, and 2) how to assess and pivot the business’ structure\, operations\, staff\, and 3) the tools being used to create efficiency\, increase productivity and meet the needs of its customers. The session will include how entrepreneurs can recharge their mindsets and become energized about their pivot towards resilience. \nThe facilitator for this series will be Malaika Moran\, Owner and Lead Strategist of SocialStep Marketing and Consulting. \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3872764044088802573 . After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/covid-19-perspectives-session-3-reorganize-retool-recharge-2/
CATEGORIES:CEI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260531T135309
CREATED:20210914T020049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210915T223855Z
UID:236773-1635328800-1635336000@urbanleaguela.org
SUMMARY:LADOTD: Leveraging Small Business Certifications for Contractors
DESCRIPTION:There are a number of business certifications that can assist small businesses with gaining access to public and private contracting opportunities. Understanding which certifications are right for your construction firm is essential to leveraging these resources to support your business growth and capacity-building. \nDuring this session\, contractors will learn about the various business certifications that are available and gain valuable insights on how they can be best leveraged. Certifications covered include: SEBD\, WBE\, MBE\, DBE\, LAUCP\, SLDBE\, WSOB\, EDWSOB\, VSOB\, SDVSOB\, SBA 8(a) Program\, HubZone\, Hudson Initiative. \nAll current and aspiring DBE contractors are welcomed to attend. There is no cost to participate\, however\, registration is required. Register today to reserve your seat! \nThere is no cost to attend this informational webinar; however\, you must be registered on GoToWebinar to participate. Please secure your spot today by visiting https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5386018599012812045. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://urbanleaguela.org/event/ladotd-leveraging-small-business-certifications-for-contractors/
CATEGORIES:CEI,CEI_DBE
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