Urban League of Detroit and Southeastern Michigan

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Exciting news for Detroit!
Today, Waymo begins fully autonomous driving on Detroit streets! President & CEO N. Charles Anderson recently had the opportunity to experience a driverless Waymo ride firsthand while in Nashville.
We’re proud to be a Waymo community partner and excited about the future of mobility in Detroit!

10/05/2026

Celebrating a Distinguished Warrior!

We are proud to celebrate Elliott Hall, the Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan’s 2018 Distinguished Warrior, on the release of his new memoir, From Begole Street to Ford’s C-Suite: An American Success Story.

A Detroit trailblazer and Ford Motor Company’s first Black vice president, Mr. Hall’s remarkable journey of leadership, perseverance, and service continues to inspire.

Congratulations, Mr. Hall!

https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/detroit-is/2026/10/04/elliott-hall-ford/91916361007/

Detroiter Elliott Hall's 88-year journey has taken him to many high places, and he describes those places and more in his recently published memoir.

09/29/2026

Look what we found! 🗳️
A message from 1964 that still carries meaning today.
Election Day is November 3. Make sure you’re registered, informed, and ready to vote.
Your voice. Your vote. https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/

09/25/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED!
There’s still time to recognize a young person who is making a difference!
The Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan is accepting nominations for our 2026 “Do the Right Thing” Awards, celebrating students in grades 5–12 who are demonstrating achievement, leadership, service, citizenship, and more.
🗓️ NEW DEADLINE: OCTOBER 30, 2026
Do you know an outstanding young person who deserves to be recognized? Nominate them today!
And please SHARE this post with your schools, churches, organizations, family, friends, and community networks. Help us make sure deserving young people throughout Southeast Michigan have an opportunity to be celebrated.
🌟 Nominate. Celebrate. Empower.

09/21/2026

We’re excited to announce our keynote speaker!

Please join us in welcoming Sarida Scott, Vice President, Program at The Skillman Foundation, as the keynote speaker for the 61st Annual Urban League Guild Gala on Saturday, December 5, 2026.

This year, we are Celebrating Youth Who Do the Right Thing, and we need your help! Nominate a deserving young person who is making a positive difference at home, at school, or in their community.

Help us recognize and celebrate our outstanding youth!

Submit your nomination and learn more: https://www.deturbanleague.org/guild-gala-detail

09/18/2026

Your voice matters—on National Black Voter Day, use your power by registering to vote and making sure your voice is heard. Reclaim Your Vote!

09/15/2026

🗳️ Today is National Voter Registration Day!

Your vote is a powerful tool for change. Registering to vote helps ensure that ALL voices are heard, ALL communities have a say, and ALL families are represented in the decisions that impact their lives.

Use your POWER! Register to vote Now! 💪🏾🗳️https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/RegisterVoter/Index

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, we remember the lives lost, honor the heroes, and stand together in remembrance—we will never forget.

09/09/2026

🌟 DO YOU KNOW A YOUNG PERSON WHO IS DOING THE RIGHT THING? 🌟

The Urban League of Detroit & Southeastern Michigan is now accepting nominations for our 2026 “Do the Right Thing” Awards!

We are looking for outstanding young people who are making a positive difference through academic achievement, community service, leadership, performing arts, athletics, technology, citizenship, heroic deeds, or beating the odds.

🏆 All eligible nominees will be invited to attend our 61st Annual Guild Gala – “Celebrating Youth Who Do the Right Thing” on:

📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026
🕦 11:30 AM
📍 The Westin Southfield

Award winners will be announced during the Gala!

📝 Nomination Deadline: Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Help us recognize and celebrate the amazing young people in our community. Nominate a deserving youth today!

Submit a Nomination https://www.deturbanleague.org/guild-gala-detail