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

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
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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.
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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!
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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.