UCLA study shows systemic inequalities and redlining practices contributed to fire vulnerability and impacts
The Eaton Fire has inflicted disproportionate impacts on Altadena’s Black and Latino Communities. These are just some of the findings, according to a comprehensive data brief and study released three weeks after...
NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE: DISMANTLING DEI IS A PLOT TO RESEGREGATE AND DIVIDE AMERICA ONE BILL AT A TIME
National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial issued the following statement in response to the U.S. House Committee on Oversight and Accountability’s passage of H.R. 8706, the Dismantle DEI Act of 2024:...
The Los Angeles Urban League Mobilizing Into Action in Response to the Deadly Los Angeles County Wildfires
In the wake of the devastating Los Angeles County wildfires, our team has been working tirelessly alongside our partners to provide relief and support to affected families and neighborhoods. We’ve assisted...
Southern California Wildfires: Statement from President and CEO Cynthia Mitchell-Heard, and the Los Angeles Urban League Board of Directors
The Los Angeles Urban League extends its heartfelt thoughts and deepest sympathies to all individuals and families affected by the devastating fires currently impacting Los Angeles and surrounding communities. Our...
Cynthia Mitchell-Heard – Top 10 Local News Stories of 2024
Los Angeles Urban League CEO Cynthia Mitchell-Heard Named in Los Angeles Sentinel's "Top 10 Local News Stories"! The Los Angeles Urban League (LAUL) is thrilled to celebrate an incredible milestone for our...
Los Angeles Urban League Student Wins NATIONAL Youth Entrepreneur Challenge Earning $10K and 1:1 Meetup With Shark and FUBU CEO Draymond John
U.S. Champion will compete at Nov. 21 NFTE World Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge at the New York Stock Exchange New York, NY, October 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Global nonprofit Network for Teaching...
State of Black Los Angeles 2024: A Transformative Event Highlighting Progress, Challenges and Path Forward for Black and Brown LA Communities
People from across Southern California pack the room for this highly touted event [LOS ANGELES–Oct. 24, 2024] The highly anticipated Los Angeles Urban League State of Black LA 2024, held at the...
Join LAUL in Celebration of Latino Heritage Month
Latino Heritage Month is here! Every year, from September 15 to October 15, we honor the vibrant influences our #Latino brothers and sisters bring to our culture, history, and advocacy. Latino...
Morial Family Announces Passing of Matriarch Sybil Haydel Morial
NEW ORLEANS (September 4, 2024) – The Morial family today announced the passing of their mother and grandmother, Sybil Haydel Morial, and issued the following statement. "Words cannot express our sorrow...
Honoring Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee: Champion for Equality and Justice
The Los Angeles Urban League expresses deep sorrow at the news of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s passing. A dynamic force and trailblazer in the fight for social justice, Congresswoman Jackson Lee’s legacy is one of profound impact and meaningful change.