African American Leadership Association

AALA Community Opportunity for Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners!

The African American Leadership Association (AALA) encourages you to take advantage of this upcoming workshop designed to help you grow and strengthen your business through the power of AI.

🗓 April 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 University of Pittsburgh CEC
622 N. Homewood Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208

💡 Workshop Topic:
AI: Friend or Foe to Small Business

This session will help you:
✔️ Understand AI in simple, practical terms
✔️ Leverage AI for marketing, branding & operations
✔️ Navigate risks while staying in control of your business

🎤 Presented by Chris Brown, Owner of Solid Optix

🍽 Dinner will be provided!

👉 This is a great opportunity to build your skills, expand your knowledge, and connect with other business owners in the community.

🔗 Register today: https://www.tfaforms.com/5213725

SAVE THE DATE

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of elegance, style, and celebration!

The Urban League Guild of Greater Pittsburgh proudly presents:

Down & Derby: The Fall Classic - Where Elegance Meets Tradition

🗓 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us for our Annual Fundraising Celebration, where we come together to support our mission, uplift our community, and celebrate in true derby fashion.

Think bold hats, classic style, and an afternoon full of energy, networking, and purpose!

📌 More details, tickets, and sponsorship opportunities coming soon!

📧 For more information: [email protected]
📞 878-626-3196

Supporting Families. Strengthening Community.

The African American Leadership Association (AALA) is proud to uplift and support the Maternal Health: Mommy & Me Baby Expo, in collaboration with the Urban League Guild of Greater Pittsburgh and UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital

🗓 Saturday, May 16, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center
6401 Penn Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15206

This FREE community event is designed to empower moms, moms-to-be, and families with access to essential resources, education, and support.

💡 What to Expect:
• Education on labor, infant care, and maternal wellness
• Access to healthcare professionals and community experts
• Health screenings and dental services
• Resources to support healthy families and strong communities
• Family-friendly activities, giveaways & more 🎉

At AALA, we believe in building strong leaders by strengthening families and communities. This is a powerful opportunity to connect, learn, and invest in maternal and family health.

👉 Registration is encouraged!
📞 412-641-8996
📧 [email protected]

Let’s continue doing the work—together.

Building Power for Racial and Gender Justice in Pittsburgh

Only 3 Days Away! Join us this Saturday, March 21st, at the University of Pittsburgh for a powerful day of advocacy and action.

In honor of Women’s History Month and the UN International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, this gathering highlights the critical role of women’s human rights in advancing community well-being.

We are coming together to address urgent challenges and uplift the work of city and community leaders who are actively advancing racial and gender equity—strengthening protections for all, especially children and our most vulnerable residents.

Details:

When: Saturday, March 21, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Where: 2017 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh
Register: https://lnkd.in/eSCBR5vJ

📜 Program Highlights:
11:00 AM | Welcome & Context – Jackie Smith
11:30 AM | Opening Plenary – PA Family Care Act with Rep. Lindsay Powell & Camila Rivera-Tinsley
1:00 PM | Session One – Housing & Family Vulnerability
2:00 PM | Session Two – Health & Education Equity
3:00 PM | Closing Plenary – The Path Forward with Dr. Kyaien Conner

📢 Join the Movement:
Invite a colleague, bring a friend, and be part of the conversation. Together, we are building power and creating change.

Vendors & Small Businesses — Pay Attention!

The African American Leadership Association (AALA) supports The Greenwood Plan as they work to activate several spaces that could support up to 100 businesses during the 2026 NFL Draft Weekend.

If you are a vendor or small business, make sure you LIKE this post and stay tuned to The Greenwood Plan for upcoming details and opportunities to participate.

Big opportunities are coming!

AALA Community Opportunity Alert

The African American Leadership Association is pleased to share a hiring opportunity in partnership with Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc. (PCSI).

Achieva Hiring Event
Achieva will be recruiting for the following positions:

• Direct Care Professionals
• Weekend Coordinators
• Building Maintenance

Date: Tuesday, February 10
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc.
249 N. Craig Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

This event is open to the public, and all interested applicants are encouraged to attend and learn more about available career opportunities.

For additional information, please contact Reggie at 412-904-4801.

The AALA is proud to share opportunities that support workforce development, economic mobility, and community growth.

Weather Advisory | On Behalf of AALA

On behalf of the African American Leadership Association (AALA), we encourage everyone to stay home, stay safe, and limit travel during this winter storm impacting the City of Pittsburgh.

Please take extra precautions, check on elders and neighbors, and avoid unnecessary travel if possible. Your safety and well-being remain a top priority.

City of Pittsburgh Resources:
• Non-Emergency Assistance: Call 311
• Emergency: Call 911
• Snow Plow Tracker: pittsburghpa.gov/snow
• Heating Assistance: 1-800-400-WARM
• Power Outages: Duquesne Light 1-888-393-7000

Thank you for doing your part to keep yourself and our community safe.

— African American Leadership Association (AALA)

Celebrating African Arts in the Park 2026 in Tampa!

African Arts in the Park continues to be a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community in Tampa—bringing people together through art, music, storytelling, and shared experiences that honor African and African-diasporic traditions.

We extend sincere gratitude to the 2026 sponsors whose generosity makes this annual gathering possible:

✨ Major Sponsors
• Hillsborough County Arts Council
• Gobioff Foundation

✨ Contributing Sponsors
• Tampa Bay Rays
• Straz Center
• WMNF Radio
• DeBartolo Foundation

✨ In-Kind Sponsor
• Black Girl Sunscreen

Your commitment helps sustain this important cultural space and ensures that African Arts in the Park remains accessible, impactful, and inspiring for the Tampa community and beyond.

Interested in becoming a sponsor or making a donation? Visit the website to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and how you can support this meaningful work.

Together, we can continue to uplift arts, culture, and connection in Tampa.

Save the Date!

📣 Team Announcement 📣

AALA PGH is excited to welcome Virtually Rachelle to our team!

Effective January 15, 2026, Virtually Rachelle will be supporting our administrative needs and internal processes as we continue to strengthen our organization and better serve our community.

As we onboard and get everything in order for enhanced support, we kindly ask for your patience during this transition. We are truly excited about this next chapter and the added capacity this partnership brings.

Please join us in welcoming Virtually Rachelle to the AALA PGH family!

🔗 https://www.virtuallyrachelle.com

Virtually Rachelle Virtual assistant services for entrepreneurs and professionals. Expert support with calendar management, travel arrangements, and admin tasks.

So excited for today’s NFL Draft Business Community Event!

Looking forward to connecting with fellow leaders, supporting businesses, and gaining valuable insights.

Thank you for the confirmation—see you there!