The Greater Baltimore Urban League has announced Kevin Seawright as the new chair of its board of directors as the organization returns to full compliance and good standing with the National Urban League. Leaders say the appointment marks a new chapter focused on strong governance, transparency and expanded community impact across Greater Baltimore and Maryland.
Tag: Marc H. Morial
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The National Civil Rights Museum announces 34th Freedom Award honorees
The National Civil Rights Museum will honor Marc H. Morial, Velma Lois Jones, and Mark Suzman with its 34th annual Freedom Award on Oct. 16 in Memphis. The event will celebrate their lifelong commitments to advancing civil and human rights and feature performances, student programming, and community engagement.
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National Urban League report concludes Black America is in ‘state of emergency’
The National Urban League held its annual conference this year (July 14-19) in Cleveland, Ohio, attracting thousands committed to securing justice for all in America.
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Rev. William Barber arrested in Capitol Rotunda after praying against Republican-led budget
By Jack Jenkins Prominent pastor and anti-poverty activist the Rev. William Barber and two others were arrested while praying in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on April 28, an action he said would be part of a recurring series of demonstrations aimed at challenging the Republican-led budget bill. The arrests occurred roughly 15 minutes after Barber, […]
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National Urban League convenes leading civil rights, economic justice, and policy organizations to launch Fair Budget Coalition
The National Urban League has launched the Fair Budget Coalition, a new alliance of civil rights and economic justice groups advocating for a federal budget that prioritizes fairness, opportunity and support for underserved communities. As Congress begins Fiscal Year 2026 budget talks, the coalition is urging lawmakers to invest in social programs, equitable tax policies and civil rights protections.
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Annual Black History Month luncheon takes place in nation’s capital
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) hosted its 99th Annual Black History Month Luncheon, featuring a panel session with Marc H. Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League, and Christine Sampson-Clark, executive committee member of the National Education Association.
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ASALH hosts 99th Annual Black History Luncheon in honor of Black labor and resistance
The Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) hosted its 99th Annual Black History Luncheon, discussing the importance of African American labor and the impact of recent federal agencies’ decisions on diversity, equity, and inclusion.