2012 State of Black America
[Wednesday, March 7 @ 6:00 pm]
The National Urban League is set to release the 2012 State of Black America (SOBA) report in Cramton Auditorium on the campus of historic Howard University on March 7, 2012, launching a yearlong campaign, “Occupy the Vote to Educate, Employ & Empower” at a monumental Town Hall Event.
The 2012 State of Black America report includes the Equality Index providing a statistical diagnosis of the status of Blacks, Hispanics, and Whites as well as essays by a host of political, business, and community leaders including Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, President and CEO of the National Urban League, Marc H. Morial, singerJohn Legend, Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter, entrepreneur and author Steve Stoute, and a host of others with prescriptions for the employment and education crisis facing the nation. With new voter ID laws and voting rights under attack, the 2012 State of Black America will inspire you to “Occupy the Vote” in this important election year.
FREE and open to the public, the Town Hall Event will feature community and thought leaders, a coalition of Civil Rights organizations, and YOU, as we “Occupy the Vote to Educate, Employ, and Empower!”
RSVP here: http://www.facebook.com/events/235816966502461/
"Keys to the League" New Member Orientation
[Thursday, March 1 @ 7:00 pm]
Please join Thursday Network for the "Keys to the League" New Member Orientation on Thursday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m. at the Greater Washington Urban League Headquarters (2901 14th St. NW). This session will educate you about Thursday Network, the Greater Washington Urban League and the National Urban League Movement , and give you the tools to be an effective chapter member.
This meeting is open to:
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Everyone interested in learning more about Thursday Network and what we do.
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Thursday Network Friends and Visitors ready to join.
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Any current Thursday Network member who has not attended an Orientation.
Thursday Network members are REQUIRED to attend one Orientation, so if you are a member (or will be soon!), make plans to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
The GWUL headquarters is located at 14th and Harvard Streets NW. The Columbia Heights Metro station (Yellow/Green lines) is just 2 blocks north of GWUL.
*Please enter from the Harvard Street side on the ground level. *
RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/322721367773490/
Contact Charis A. Goff, Membership Services Chair, at membership@thursdaynetwork.org for more information.
2012 Voter Registration Drive
[Saturday, March 3, 2012]
In an effort to ensure District of Columbia and Maryland residents are registered to vote, Thursday Network will assist residents in renewing, re-certifying and registering with their respective districts. The Social Action/Civic Engagement Committee will target those groups who are statistically under-represented in voter activity. To increase awareness about public policies affecting residents, we are hosting non-partisan voter registration drives throughout the Greater Washington DC area for election cycles throughout the year.
We are currently recruiting teams to help kick-off the voter registration drives on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at the Robert Walker Senior Citizens Complex and Sunrise Senior Living Center, and on Saturday, March 10, 2012 at Prince George's Community College.
The Greater Washington Urban League Presents:
40th Annual Whitney M. Young Jr. Gala
[Wednesday, March 14 from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm]
Help Thursday Network support the Greater Washington Urban League's biggest fundraiser, the 40th Annual Whitney M. Young Jr. Gala on Wednesday, March 14 at the Wardman Park Hotel.
There are a number of ways you can help us support our parent organization, and raise funds for our community empowerment programs.
1. Purchase a ticket or a table at the Gala. Tickets can be acquired at: http://gwul.org/civicrm/event/info?id=137
2. Volunteer to staff the event. Thursday Network members interested in volunteering should e-mail Queen Gladden at qgladden@gwul.org for more information.
3. Contribute to Thursday Network's Silent Auction Packages. Thursday Network wine baskets are always a big hit at the gala! Members are asked to donate a bottle of wine or spirits at the February General Body Meeting on 2/23. For more information, contact: president@thursdaynetwork.org.
4. Business Owners - if you have products or services you can donate to the Silent Auction, please contact Roland Turner at pampermepleasellc@msn.com.
GBLA Urban League Young Professionals Network Presents:
"The Premiere" 10th Anniversary Celebration
[Saturday, March 3 from 6:00 pm - 2:00 am]
Mirage
401 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD21201
Advance tickets $20. More at the door
"Dark Girls: The Conversation-Women of Color in America"
A Screening and Conversation
[Wednesday, February 29 @ 6:30 pm]
A Screening and Conversation of "Dark Girls", a documentary film from Directors Bill Duke and D. Channsin Berry presented by the Duke Media Foundation, Black Benefactors, Black Philanthropic Alliance, National Council of Negro Women, Jackson and Associates Group, LLC. You don't want to miss the powerful story about the journey of women of color in America and discussion, facilitated by some of Washington, DC's most respected and influential women. Partial proceeds will benefit Paul Public Charter School.
The National Urban League Young Professionals Empowerment Party
[Tuesday, March 6 @ 8:00 pm]
The National Urban League Young Professionals Empowerment Party
DATE
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
TIME
Doors open at 8:00 pm
LOCATION
Muse Lounge
717 6th St., NW
Washington, DC
RSVP is required to attend this event.
To RSVP: email rsvp@cheekysassoent.com or
call toll free 1-877-572-0477.
March Madness Watch Party at Dave & Busters
[Saturday, March 24 from 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm]
March Madness is upon us and Thursday Network would like for you to join us for a March Madness Watch Party event at Dave & Busters in Kensington, MD, on Saturday, March 24 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm! Come out and fellowship with Thursday Network members and friends while we break bread, play games, and watch your favorite team duke it out on the big screen.
DATE
Saturday, March 24, 2012
TIME
6:00 PM
COST
$10
LOCATION
David & Busters
11301 Rockville Pike
Kensington, MD 20784
For more information email: social@thursdaynetwork.org.
"I EMPOWER" Scholarship Bowling Fundraiser
[Saturday, March 17 @ 7:00 pm]
Are you looking for a way to help empower our youth while also having a good time? Do you enjoy a little friendly competition? If so, join Thursday Network on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at AMF Capital Plaza Lanes in Hyattsville, MD at 7:00 pm, for its "I EMPOWER" Scholarship bowling fundraiser.
To sign up visit: http://tnbowling2012.eventbrite.com/
This fundraiser will allow Thursday Network to continue to provide deserving high school seniors from the District of Columbia, Prince George's and Montgomery counties with scholarships this year. We will be awarding this year's recipient(s) with a $2,000 scholarship, but we need YOUR help to reach our goal! So sign up today, and join us for a fun afternoon of bowling to raise money for the "I EMPOWER" Scholarship. A raffle for some great prizes will also be held!
Note: If you are interested in sponsoring a lane, please click here for more information.
DATE
Saturday, March 17, 2012
TIME
7:00 PM
LOCATION
AMF Capital Plaza Lanes
4601 Cooper Lane
Hyattsville, MD 20784
For more information email: fundraising@thursdaynetwork.org.
National Day of Service: STEM Works!
[Saturday, April 21 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm]
Each year the National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP) chapters collectively participate in community service on the same day to show the nation that young professionals DO give back to our communities. This day is known as the National Day of Service. This year's theme for National Day of Service is STEM Works! Thursday Network will participate in STEM Works at the Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL) headquarters from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Our goal is to get bright young students, especially from underrepresented groups, excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) studies, and encourage these students to consider careers in STEM fields.
We are seeking volunteers who work in a STEM field to help demonstrate the various academic and professional possibilities with a background in STEM disciplines.
To sign up to volunteer, click here.
DATE
Saturday, April 21, 2012
TIME
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
LOCATION
Greater Washington Urban League
2901 14th St., NW
METRO
Columbia Heights
(Green/Yellow lines)
Contact Kelly Kitchens at: csevents@thursdaynetwork.org for more information.
Young Blacks Give Back (YBGB) Campaign
[Saturday, May 19 from 10:00 am - 4:30 pm]
Join Thursday Network for our annual Young Blacks Give Back(YBGB)campaign! Recognized by a District of Columbia mayoral proclamation as an outstanding and noteworthy civic achievement, YBGB is celebrating 18 years of providing innovative and engaging service opportunities for young professionals in the Greater Washington community.
This year, Thursday Network is partnering with the District of Columbia Public Library Free Computer Class Program at Martin Luther King Jr. Library. This program offers free computer classes to adults and Thursday Network members are needed to help the attendees learn how to use basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel programs. On Saturday May 19th there will be three shifts from which you can choose to volunteer (10:00 – 12:00, 12:15 – 2:15, and 2:30 – 4:30).
All volunteers will need to attend a mandatory orientation prior to the service event and must register for the event by March 21, 2012.
DATE
Saturday May 19, 2012
TIME
10:00 AM - 4:30 PM
LOCATION
Martin Luther King Jr. Library
901 G Street, NW Room #311
Washington, DC 20001
Help continue our legacy of empowering our community and our commitment to preparing adults for better jobs by clicking here to sign up today! For questions, contact Kendra Oates, Community Service Programs Chair, at csprograms@thursdaynetwork.org.
SAVE THE DATE:
2012 National Urban League Conference
[July 25-28, 2012 in New Orleans, LA]
This year, the National Urban League heads to New Orleans for the 2012 annual conference! Taking place in an important election year and themed “Empower the Nation", the conference will tackle the issue of double digit unemployment affecting urban communities reminding each of us of the power and responsibility we share in making our country better and the integral role education plays in enabling that change.
Bringing together thought leaders, business leaders, and YOU, the conference will feature informative workshops, plenary sessions, and a plethora of networking opportunities. This year’s N.U.L. Experience Expo Hall will also feature a Career Fair, College Fair and exciting exhibits and entertainment all in the great city of New Orleans!
Don’t miss it, Register Today!
To download a conference sponsorship letter template, click here.
For more information, visit: http://www.iamempowered.com/article/2011/12/05/2012-national-urban-league-conference
Sign Up for the Thursday Network Kickball Team!
Interested in playing competitive co-ed kickball with your fellow Thursday Network members? Join us this Sunday, March 4, 2012 for an introductory practice at Watkins
Park from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Throw on a purple-ish or gold-ish shirt so we can identify each other.
For more information, join the group “TN KickballDC” on Facebook by clicking here or email: TNKickballDC@groups.facebook.com.
DATE
Sunday, March 4, 2012
TIME
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
LOCATION
Watkins Park
8840 Walker Mill Rd.
Upper Marlboro, MD 20743
Northern Virginia Urban League Young Professionals Network Presents:
"2012 Black Opal: Celebrating a New Generation of Leaders-Empowering Educators"
[Saturday, March 31 from 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.]
The Northern Virginia Urban League Young Professionals Network's 3rd annual Black Opal is back and is celebrating excellence in the community! This year, Black Opal will honor two young professionals who have reached exemplary heights in the field of education and have been of great service to Northern Virginia.
To purchase your tickets, please visit www.nvulypn.org/blackopal.html
Thursday Network is the young professionals auxiliary of the Greater Washington Urban League and one of over 50 chapters of the National Urban League Young Professionals (NULYP). Founded in 1999, NULYP is a network of young professionals across the United States, which provides an outlet for community volunteerism, leadership development, economic empowerment and political engagement.
Celebrating 20 Years of Empowering Young Professionals to Serve!
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