Greater Phoenix Urban League

This , let’s prioritize what powers us - OUR MINDS.

When we protect our peace, lean on our circle, and prioritize our well-being, we become better equipped to lead, serve, and create change in our community.

Now more than ever, our mental health deserves intentional protection and care as we navigate both challenging and uncertain times. Remember, you don’t have to do it alone. Join the movement, and let’s thrive from within together 🖤❤️

Mayor and City Council Select Wilbur N. Hudson as New Chief Presiding Judge of the Phoenix Municipal Court Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and City Council have selected Wilbur N. Hudson III to serve as the next Chief Presiding Judge of the Phoenix Municipal Court...

We share in the heartfelt loss of Dr. Gene C. Blue, a cherished friend of the Greater Phoenix Urban League and a visionary leader whose life's work touched and improved so many in our community.

As President and CEO of the Arizona Opportunities Industrialization Center (AZ OIC), Dr. Blue devoted decades to opening doors for individuals and families, guiding with kindness, heartfelt purpose, and a steadfast belief in opportunity for all.

His dedication extended beyond AZOIC as he gave his time and heart to the Arizona Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee, uplifting service, unity, and justice.

During this difficult time, our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, loved ones, and all whose lives he so kindly touched.

Save the Date! Phoenix’s most impactful night of the year is back.

The Whitney M. Young Jr. Awards Dinner brings together the region’s top executives, philanthropists, and community leaders, all committed to one mission: creating opportunity and changing lives.

When you support this event, you’re not just attending a dinner. You’re helping young people access careers, families build stability, and communities thrive.

💡 Be part of the impact.
📅 November 20, 2026 | The Camby Hotel

For over three decades, George Dean, President and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Urban League, has been a driving force in advancing economic empowerment, education, and social justice for Black and underserved communities in Arizona. Under his leadership, the Greater Phoenix Urban League has expanded programs in workforce development, early childhood education, and homeownership, helping countless individuals achieve financial stability and self-sufficiency.

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We mourn the passing of Jesse Jackson, a relentless champion for justice whose voice and vision helped shape the modern civil rights movement.

For more than six decades, Rev. Jackson stood at the center of the struggle for civil rights, economic justice, voting rights, peace, and human dignity. As a teenage protégé of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., he bore witness to history at its most triumphant and its most tragic, including the assassination of Dr. King in 1968.

In the aftermath of that unspeakable loss, when many wondered whether the movement could endure, Jesse Jackson’s voice thundered forth—undaunted, unapologetic, and unwavering—carrying the clarion call for justice into a new generation.

Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. was more than a civil rights leader. He was a mentor, a movement builder, a coalition maker, and a moral compass for our nation. His legacy lives on in the millions he inspired, the institutions he built, and the doors he helped open for generations to come.

May his legacy serve as a reminder to recommit ourselves to the unfinished work he so powerfully advanced.

Tap the link in our bio to read our full statement.

We mourn the passing of Jesse Jackson, a relentless champion for justice whose voice and vision helped shape the modern civil rights movement.

For more than six decades, Rev. Jackson stood at the center of the struggle for civil rights, economic justice, voting rights, peace, and human dignity. As a teenage protégé of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., he bore witness to history at its most triumphant and its most tragic, including the assassination of Dr. King in 1968.

In the aftermath of that unspeakable loss, when many wondered whether the movement could endure, Jesse Jackson’s voice thundered forth—undaunted, unapologetic, and unwavering—carrying the clarion call for justice into a new generation.

Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. was more than a civil rights leader. He was a mentor, a movement builder, a coalition maker, and a moral compass for our nation. His legacy lives on in the millions he inspired, the institutions he built, and the doors he helped open for generations to come.

May his legacy serve as a reminder to recommit ourselves to the unfinished work he so powerfully advanced.

Read our full statement: https://nul.org/node/8132.

Saturday is the big day! Are you registered the Fatherhood Expo 2026 — a FREE, family-focused event bringing fathers, father figures, and community partners together to strengthen families and build brighter futures.

🗓 Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM
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🍳 Breakfast & Lunch Provided

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This powerful day will include connection, conversation, and resources focused on partnership, family, and community.

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