Akron Urban League

10/20/2026

Voting Resources are available here:

10/18/2026

🗳️ YOUR VOICE. YOUR VOTE. YOUR POWER!

Change starts with showing up! Make your voting plan, stay informed, and make your voice heard this election season.

Get the resources you need at 🌐 www.thepowershiftoh.org

10/16/2026

🔥 Community Connections in Action!

We were excited to welcome Torchbearers to the Akron Urban League as they hosted their PowerPoint Party!

During the gathering, our Interim CEO, Larry Chadwick, shared insight into the important work we do every day to empower individuals, strengthen families, support businesses, and create opportunities throughout our community.

Thank you, Torchbearers, for choosing the Akron Urban League as your gathering space and taking the time to learn more about our mission and impact!

10/15/2026

🚨 Follow the NEW MBAC Akron page!

Stay connected for business resources, upcoming workshops, and opportunities to help entrepreneurs and small business owners grow. 💼📈

Follow here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61595442090065

Share this post and help us spread the word!

The Akron Minority Business Assistance Center’s (MBAC) mission is to identify small disadvantaged, minority-owned, veteran-owned, and women-owned businesses in the State of Ohio to cultivate their growth and sustainability.

10/14/2026

📣 The latest MBAC Newsletter is here!

Stay connected with Akron Urban League’s Minority Business Assistance Center for updates, resources, and opportunities to support your business journey.

📲 Read it here: https://conta.cc/47fBvHh

10/13/2026

💼✨ WOMEN WHO BUILD & WIN! ✨💪🏽

Ladies, it’s time to connect, collaborate, and LEVEL UP! 🚀

Join us for an empowering evening of real conversations, professional headshots, and networking with successful women business leaders! Gain valuable insights, build meaningful relationships, and get inspired to take your business to the next level.

📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Akron Urban League
440 Vernon Odom Blvd., Akron, OH

🔥 Fireside Chat
📸 Professional Headshots
🤝 Networking & Connections
💡 Real Business Insights

Your next big opportunity could start with one conversation!

📲 REGISTER TODAY! Scan the QR code or visit the registration link on the flyer. http://development.my.salesforce-sites.com/mbac/mbaceventregister

10/12/2026

🗳️ Your voice. Your vote. Your power.

Get informed, make your voting plan, and be part of the shift! Visit 📲 thepowershiftoh.org and share this reel to help Northeast Ohio get ready to vote.

10/12/2026

🚨 HAPPENING TOMORROW! YOUNG ADULTS AGES 18–24!

Your future starts here! 💪🏾 The Akron Urban League is breaking barriers and creating pathways to success!

Join us TOMORROW for our Community Crime Prevention & Young Adult Engagement Initiative and get connected to valuable resources and opportunities!

✅ Record Expungement Assistance
✅ Employment & Job Placement
✅ Career Training & Advancement
✅ Court & DMV Fee Assistance
✅ Community Resources & Support

📅 TOMORROW — Tuesday, October 13
⏰ 1:30 PM
📍 Akron Urban League

📲 Get Connected! Contact Karen Kennedy at 234-252-4164 or [email protected].

Your past doesn’t define your future. Let’s build what’s next! 🙌🏾

10/08/2026

🌟 Introducing Urban Influencers: People. Purpose. Progress.

The National Urban League is bringing together professionals, entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders ready to stay engaged, build meaningful connections, use their expertise, and create lasting impact.

Join our virtual interest meeting to learn more!

📅 October 13⏰ 7:00 PM ET🔗 Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/fBNT21tbSQOvVUvGXnaUMg

Designed with adults ages 41–55 in mind. All adults are welcome.