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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

May
01

Success Strategies Workshop Info Session

May 01, 2025
10:00AM - 12:00PM
4510 S. Michigan Avenue

Success Strategies Workshop Info Session

Success Strategies is a foundational workshop that helps participants build confidence and job readiness through communication, professionalism, and teamwork.

May
01

Career Readiness – Intake

May 01, 2025
10:00 AM
4510 South Michigan Avenue

Career Readiness – Intake

Looking for a career in sales, manufacturing security, or transit? Connect with experts and jumpstart your career!

May
06

Policy Summit 2025

May 06, 2025
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Venue SIX10
610 S. Michigan Avenue


Policy Summit 2025

The Chicago Urban League’s Policy Summit convenes business, civic, and community leaders from across Chicagoland to discuss issues that are critical to our efforts to achieve economic equity. This year’s Policy Summit will feature the release of our 2025 State of Black Chicago report.