Richmond YP was founded in 1999 as an elite non-profit organization. Since our inception, we have helped countless young professionals build their networks to strengthen their businesses, careers and community relationships.
Our Mission
Our mission is to support the Urban League Movement through our volunteerism, philanthropy, and membership development that is focused around the National Urban League pillars of education, health, economic power, leadership and racial justice.
OUR VISION
"Richmond YP will be an impactful force serving our community; curating spaces for young professionals to connect, cultivate, and empower.”
““YP first and foremost has provided me the opportunity to meet and develop relationships with like-minded young black people. The mission and vision has created opportunities to be a true impact player in a number of areas which are directly relevant to issues that affect black communities. Furthermore, it has given me the privilege of leadership and allowed me to use my talents for a worthwhile endeavor.”
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History of the National Urban League
NUL Conference
National Urban League annual conference held in Detroit Michigan, Oct 15-19, 1919.
The National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to economic empowerment, equality, and social justice. Founded in 1910 and headquartered in New York City, the Urban League collaborates at the national and local levels with community leaders, policymakers, and corporate partners to elevate the standards of living for African Americans and other historically underserved groups.
Today the National Urban League has 90 affiliates serving in over 300 communities. With the support of their Young Professionals and Guild auxiliary groups, affiliates provide direct services that improve the lives of more than two million people each year. Our history is rich here within the state of Virginia with the Urban League of Greater Richmond being the very first affiliate to open its doors! Urban League of Greater Richmond being the very first affiliate to open its doors!
NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE MISSION
To help African-Americans and others in underserved communities achieve their highest true social parity, economic self- reliance, power, and civil rights. The League promotes economic empowerment through education and job training, housing and community development, workforce development, entrepreneurship, health, and quality of life
