BALTIMORE (July 15, 2016) -- Cutting the ribbon to open a FedEx-sponsored College Fair, the National Urban League kicked off a countdown to its 2016 Conference, expected to draw thousands and stimulate millions in the local economy.
NEW YORK (July 8, 2016) -- National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial today issued the following statement in regard to the deadly violence against police officers in Dallas:
"Like all Americans, we in the Urban League Movement are horrified by the fatal shootings of five police officers in Dallas. The violence in our streets is a crisis of epidemic proportions, and we must come together as a nation to end it.
NEW ORLEANS (July 6, 2016) -- As Louisiana and the nation grieve the death of Alton Sterling, the National Urban League and the Urban League of Greater New Orleans today joined Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards in calling for a thorough investigation of his shooting by Baton Rouge Police, and a comprehensive evaluation of police training and policies.
NEW YORK (June 24, 2015) -- National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial today was recognized with the Hank Aaron Champion for Justice Award as part of the Atlanta Braves Heritage Weekend.
"Hank Aaron has long been a personal hero of mine, so I am especially honored to receive an award bearing his name," Morial said. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve in the civil rights arena, and look to Hank Aaron's example for strength and inspiration."
Diversity in Colleges and Universities Essential to Expanding Opportunity
NEW YORK (June 23, 2016) – In response to the US Supreme Court's ruling on Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin, upholding fair access to higher education, National Urban League President Marc H. Morial today reiterated the League's strong support for affirmative action.
