Education and Youth Development programs work to lessen the achievement gap between African Americans and other minorities to the larger community.
For more than 50 years, the National Urban League has worked to improve educational opportunities for African American and other underserved students by developing innovative programs to support their academic achievement, encourage their civic involvement, and contribute to their healthy physical and emotional development.
The Urban League of Hampton Roads’ Education and Youth Development programs strive to lessen the achievement gap between African Americans and other minorities to the larger community. This gap threatens the quality of life and the development of a diverse, world-class workforce. In an effort to address this gap, the Urban League of Hampton Roads will launch Project Ready to help minority students successfully graduate from high school and college and secure successful careers.
%
OF BLACK STUDENTS ATTEND HIGH POVERTY SCHOOLS IN THE U.S.
PROJECT READY
A signature pillar program for the National Urban League, students from Hampton Roads will participate in a year-round program filled with academic, cultural and career exploration activities.
Project Ready will be Co-Chaired by Co-Stars from ‘A Different World’ – Charnele Brown and Darryl Bell. A program that featured young African Americans college students at a Historically Black College & University, Charnele and Darryl are advocates of youth and will participate in special workshops throughout the year.
Project Ready Partners
Reach to Teach
Our Reach to Teach program pairs local college students with K-12 students in Hampton Roads for personalized tutoring, enhancing academic outcomes. It offers college students valuable teaching experience while fostering community engagement.
Urban League at Colleges & Universities
Our Urban League at Colleges & Universities (ULCU) program empowers students at Norfolk State University and Old Dominion University through professional development, community service, and civic engagement.
Education & Youth Development Initiatives
Our EYD Initiatives support students and educators through community events and educational programs. These include the Back-to-School Block Party, the Summer College Tour Series, and the Teacher Re-Up supply drive.
Education Services
Academic Achievement
Our programs help students achieve academic success by offering tutoring, mentoring, and personalized support with college applications and financial aid assistance, ensuring students are fully prepared for their educational journey.
Career Development
We offer career development services that include resume building, interview preparation, and professional skills training. Our goal is to equip individuals with the tools and confidence needed for career success and long-term job opportunities.
Build Confidence
Our workshops and mentoring programs help individuals build confidence and pursue their personal goals. We focus on enhancing self-esteem, leadership skills, and personal growth for success both in school and in life.
Unemployment rate
of BLACk College Graduates is
2X
rate of White
College graduates
%
OF AFRICAN AMERICAN TEENS HAVE JOBS
In Virginia,
African American
children are more than
7X
as likely to live in
concentrated poverty
EDUCATION PARTNERS
Our education program is made possible by the generous support of our partners.
Let's collaborate!
For more information or to get involved with Education programs at the Urban League of Hampton Roads, please reach out to our Education & Youth Development Program Manager, Masai Kofa-Wilson.