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Urban League Mission: Social and
Economic Equality |
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I have a dream that
one day this nation will rise up and live out the true
meaning of its creed: "We hold these truths to be
self-evident: that all men are created equal." I have a
dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia the sons
of former slaves and the sons of former slaveowners will
be able to sit down together at a table of brotherhood.
I have a dream that one day even the state of
Mississippi, a desert state, sweltering with the heat of
injustice and oppression, will be transformed into an
oasis of freedom and justice. I have a dream that my
four children will one day live in a nation where they
will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the
content of their
character.
Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.,
Foot Soldier in the Civil Rights
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Urban League Family,
Are we ready? I pray that we
are because the time is now. Our
communities need us and our talents
today. We all bring something different
to the struggle, but we must bring those
talents to bear right now and each day. Over the
last seven (7) years, the population in
Dallas has grown by 16%, but the number of
families in poverty have grown by over
40%. It is now our resolve to affect real
change in our communities, but we need you to
succeed.
Excerpt from an article by Marc Morial:
Much has been written about the giant shoulders
Barack Obama stands on as he prepares to become
America's first Black President. Everyone from
Abraham Lincoln and FDR to Dr. Martin Luther King has
been cited as inspirations. But we must be
reminded that Obama's path to the White House was not
only paved by the courageous lives of these great
leaders but also by the transformative powers of the
volunteer. Some might argue that there has been no
more poignant or effective way of conveying the dignity
of the African American experience and building bridges
of understanding than through getting involved, and
working together towards equality for all.
Will you join us?
Regards,
Anthony Murphy
President
Urban
League of Greater Dallas Young Professionals
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General Body Meeting
Tuesday January 13, 2009
7pm
Center for Community
Cooperation
2900 Live Oak
Street
Dallas, Texas
visit
us online at http://www.ulgdyp.org
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| Community
Outreach |
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE: ULGDYP purchased
turkeys for the elderly @ Thanksgiving and Adopted a
Family for Christmas
On Saturday December 20, 2008, ULGDYP
played Santa Claus and made a surprise visit to the
Wesley home in Grand Prairie, TX. Members who were
in attendance were: Brandi Richard, Anthony Murphy,
Chanda Arnold, Karen DaCosta, Candice Day, Courtney
Butts, Brooke Huley, Rev Murayi, Bernard Walker, The
Patterson Family, and Jamilah Moon. YP presented
gifts on behalf of everyone that donated and
fellowshipped with the family (eating sock-it-to-me cake
and kool-aid), as the kids were granted by their aunt to
open one gift. more...
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Political
Activism |
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ULGDYP Registered Voters, Watched the Debates,
AND Got the Vote Out!!
The Political Activism Committee Chair Jamilah Moon
brought in the Dallas County Voter Registration Deputy
and had all those who attended the September meeting
deputized to register voters. This group of
dedicated individuals went out into the community armed
with voter registration cards and the desire to register
as many voters as possible. But the committee
chair didn't stop there; she organized a voter
registration drive at a local night club. more...
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| Economic
Empowerment |
 Tavis Smiley:
"Invest in Yourself" Nationwide
Tour
On Saturday, November 8, 2008 Tavis Smiley and
Nationwide Insurance "Invest In Yourself" economic
empowerment tour came to Dallas, TX and the Urban League
was their local partner. The first
200 registrants were invited to a
special event with Tavis Smiley at the Sheraton in
Downtown Dallas.
Advertisement - - Tavis talked about what's
important for you and your family. What are you
doing today to prepare for your tomorrow? And it's never
too late to start thinking about the future. more...
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| Professional
Development |
 Leadership Development Conference
2008
On September 20, 2008
over 120 young professionals from the Dallas metroplex
converged on the campus of University of Texas
at Dallas for the annual ULGDYP Leadership Development
Conference. Keynote speaker was the District
Attorney for Dallas, Craig Watkins and also featured Dr.
Beverly Mitchell-Brooks, President and CEO of the Urban
League of Greater Dallas and North Central Texas.
Attendees left the conference empowered and focused upon
self improvement, work life balance, and financial
independence. more....
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| ULGDYP Health and Quality of
Life Committee ANNOUNCEMENT!!! |
The Health and Quality of Life Committee
is focused on improving the quality of life of
individuals through good health, sound mind, and
spirituality. This committee will
provide ULGDYP with the education, resources, and
activities conducive to the well-being of its members
and the members of the community it serves. The
first initiative of 2009 will
be ULGDYP engaging in the 50 Million
Pound Challenge. Join!
This challenge is a national program
headed by nutrition and fitness expert Dr. Ian Smith
that provides tool and tips needed to not only encourage
weight loss but improve the overall health status
of the African American community. In addition to
the challenge, the Health and Quality of Life committee
will plan monthly activities and events that will
support our goals of becoming healthier through good
nutritional habits and physical activity. The
first event will be held Saturday, January 17! For
more information please click here.
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Urban League of Greater
Dallas Young Professionals General Body
Meeting
Tuesday January 13, 2009 - 7 pm
Center for Community Cooperation
2900 Live Oak Street Dallas, TX
ULGDYP Health and Quality of
Life Ice Skating Event (Fun and
Exercise!!)
Saturday January 17, 2009 - 3 pm
Gallaria Ice Skating Rink
13350 Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX
Urban League of Greater
Dallas EDGE (high school students)
Program
Topic: Effective Business Communication skills
Attire: Business Casual
Monday January 19, 2009 - 8:30 am
Meet at the Urban League Headquarters - 4315 South
Lancaster Road Dallas, TX
ULGDYP Professional
Development / Economic Empowerment Committee
Meeting
Monday January 19,
2009 - 7pm
Urban Market Café
1500 Jackson St., Dallas,
TX 75201
ULGDYP Economic
Empowerment Event - Right on the Money: Creating a
Monthly Budget
Saturday
January 24, 2009 - 3pm
Location: TBD
Send an email
to economic_empowerment@ulgdyp.org for more
information
Urban League of
Greater Dallas Young Professionals Nursing Home
VisitationSaturday
January 24, 2009
Details: TBD
Send an email
to community_outreach@ulgdyp.org for more information
ULGDYP
Community Outreach / Health and Quality of Life Committee
Meeting
Monday January 26, 2009 -
7pm
Urban Market Café
1500 Jackson St., Dallas, TX
75201
ULGDYP Professional
Development Event: Featuring Dr. Jamison
(UTD)
Tuesday January 27,
2009 Location: TBD Send an email to professional_development@ulgdyp.org for more
information
Saturday, January 31, 2009 - 2 pm
Majestic Theatre
1925 Elm Street Dallas TX
Urban League of Greater Dallas Annual Meeting
Luncheon
Thursday, February 26, 2009 - 11:45 pm
Hilton Anatole Hotel - Grand Ballroom
2201 Stemmons Freeway Dallas, TX
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Urban League Young Professionals P. O. Box
131997
Dallas, Texas 75313
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