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Our Mission

The Chicago Urban League works to foster economic empowerment, cultivate leadership, and dismantle systemic barriers in the effort to drive lasting equity and prosperity for Black Chicago

Our Purpose and Vision

A thriving future for Black Chicago built on wealth, equity, and generational impact

Programs

Our programs are designed to support and strengthen our community. We help people find jobs, secure affordable housing, advance their education, and grow their businesses.

Research & Policy Center

The Chicago Urban League's Research & Policy Center provides research, landscape analyses and pragmatic, evidence-based recommendations for issues that disproportionately affect African Americans in Chicago. We also partner with policymakers and other organizations to support educational and legislative efforts designed to lessen the impact of policies and practices that disadvantage African Americans.

Events

Nov
05

Budget Like a Boss

November 05, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Virtual Webinar

Budget Like a Boss

Managing credit, budgeting, and saving can be tough. Join our FREE virtual workshop to learn how to build credit, manage debt, budget wisely, and grow your savings. For more information please call 773-285-1500.

Nov
05

Job Search Cafe

November 05, 2025
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
4510 S. Michigan Avenue

Job Search Cafe

Don’t miss the opportunity to network with leading: employers at our job cafe, offering career advice, interviews, and job openings!

Nov
06

Gender‑Specific Healing

November 06, 2025
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
4510 S Michigan Ave, Chicago

Gender‑Specific Healing

Our Gender‑Specific Healing session offers a supportive circle focused on shared experiences. We’ll explore practices tailored to the needs of each group while building community.