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Memphis Urban League Announces New Board Members for 2025

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Urban League is proud to announce its newly appointed board members and leadership roles for 2025, marking a significant step in its mission to empower communities and transform lives. Joining the Board of Directors are:• John Webb,...

Memphis Urban League Launches Blueprint to Opportunity Apprenticeship Readiness Program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 12/23/2024 Memphis Urban League Launches Blueprint to Opportunity Apprenticeship Readiness Program MEMPHIS, TN — The Memphis Urban League is excited to announce the launch of "Blueprint to Opportunity," a transformative apprenticeship readiness...

Tennessee Legislators Host Local Field Hearing on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Issues

Tennessee Legislators Sen. Raumesh Akbari and State Rep. Karen Camper hosted a field hearing at the National Civil Rights Museum on June 17, 2024.Lawmakers and community leaders gathered at the National Civil Rights Museum on Monday evening for a field hearing titled...

Angelika Woods Joins Memphis Urban League as New Director of Communications and Outreach

Memphis, Tenn.— The Memphis Urban League is thrilled to introduce Angelika Woods as the new Director of Communications and Outreach. With a wealth of over 15 years of experience in public relations and strategic communications, Woods is well-equipped to advance the...

First Horizon Foundation Awards $1.6 Million to Grants for Good Recipients

Bo Allen, First Horizon Bank’s President of West TennesseeGale Jones Carson, Intérim President/CEO, Memphis Urban LeagueDr. Sidney P. Malone, Memphis Urban League Board ChairmanKeith Turbett, Memphis Urban League Board of Directors and First Horizon Community...

Women’s History Month
Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Vice President Kamala Harris’s Historic Journey and the Call for Community Support

Written by: JR Robinson In the spirit of Women's History Month, it's crucial to spotlight the trailblazing journey of Vice President Kamala Harris, whose tenure in office has been marked by historic milestones and impactful leadership. Despite facing criticism, her...

Empowering Change: Introducing Gale Jones Carson
as Interim CEO/President of Memphis Urban League

Written by: JR Robinson Join us in welcoming the dynamic and visionary Gale Jones Carson as the newly appointed Interim CEO/President of the Memphis Urban League. With her remarkable track record of leadership and dedication to community empowerment, Gale is set to...

Introducing the Community Hub and Event Hub: Memphis Urban League’s Dynamic New Platforms

In the heart of Memphis, where the sound of music meets the vibrancy of the culture and the strength of the community, the Memphis Urban League proudly announces the launch of two dynamic platforms: the Community Hub and the Event Hub. Designed to celebrate, inform,...

MEMUL in the Media keeps the Mid-South community informed about the latest developments and wonderful initiatives of our organization. Through engaging stories, interviews, and updates, we highlight the impactful work being done and the positive changes being fostered in the region.

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