Voices for Change: Activating Community Power

Time:
July 26, 2024 - 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
Room:
Hyatt Regency New Orleans - Imperial 5 AB

YP LEADS

Join us at the Young Professionals L.E.A.D. Summit—a dynamic three-day event merging professional growth with community impact. Led by the National Urban League Young Professionals, this summit fosters connections among young changemakers, business leaders, and policymakers. Experience engaging plenaries, expert-led sessions, and exclusive networking opportunities aimed at empowering emerging leaders within the Urban League Movement.

Celebrate a significant milestone—the 25th anniversary of the National Urban League Young Professionals, established in 1999 to cultivate the voices and talents of young professionals through service and advocacy. Throughout the summit, we'll honor this legacy while charting a path forward for the next generation of leaders. Join us as we unite to drive positive change and shape the future of our communities.

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This session is designed to galvanize individuals into meaningful civic engagement and political involvement. This powerful platform unites activists, political leaders, and community organizers to share their experiences, insights, and strategies for making impactful change within communities and beyond. Participants will explore the essence of advocacy, uncover the pathways to effective civic engagement, and learn how to navigate the political landscape to advocate for policy changes that reflect their values and the needs of their communities. Whether you are new to activism or seeking to deepen your impact, this session offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, gain practical skills, and be inspired by those leading the charge in community empowerment and political advocacy.

Moderator: Shannon-Janean Currie, Vice President, Benenson Strategy Group BSG; President of the Urban League for Bergen County Young Professionals

Panelists: 
Tomas C. Varela Jr., Executive Director, New Jersey Black Empowerment Coalition/ (NJBEC) Action Network
Gary Chambers, Jr., Advocate and Curator of Civic for the People
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, U.S. Representative (TX-30)
Kenneth “Kenny” Robinson, President, Freedom Fighting Missionaries

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