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CUL Project Ready and STEAM Students Represent at the
National Urban League Youth Leadership Summit
This week, youth from the Chicago Urban League's Project Ready Mentor and STEAM programs traveled to Columbus, Ohio to participate in the National Urban League's Youth Leadership Summit. The five-day conference, held on the campus of Ohio State University, provided the youth with unique educational and developmental experiences that focused on building necessary skills for success in college, careers and life. This year's theme for the summit was "Ctrl, Alt Del and Reboot your World."
CUL Announces Latest Class of IMPACT Fellows
The Chicago Urban League has released the names of its Class of 2019 IMPACT Fellows . Through IMPACT, the Chicago Urban League strives to move the needle toward racial parity in leadership positions by developing and supporting emerging African American leaders.


Each year, IMPACT selects a cohort of around 30 African American professionals between the ages of 30-45 years old who hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and have at least seven years of increasingly responsible professional experience. Moreover, successful candidates have a strong, demonstrated track record of civic leadership. Selection to IMPACT is competitive and requires submitting letters of recommendation and engaging in a formal interview process. Prospective fellows are assessed based on personal and professional accomplishments, leadership potential, and commitment to civic engagement.The University of Chicago Booth School of Business serves as the educational partner for  IMPACT .

To learn more about the program, click here . Congratulations to the Class of 2019 IMPACT fellows!
CUL to Participate in the Taste of WVON Saturday
Once again, the Chicago Urban League will participate in the "Taste of WVON." Now in its 8th year, the festival will be held Saturday, July 21st at Lorraine Dixon Park located at 87th and Dauphine St. from 10am - 6pm. Please be sure to stop by the Chicago Urban League booth to meet our team members and get information about upcoming events and the many services we provide.
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