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"Change begins when the heart moves to action."
Thomas Conley, President & CEO of the Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban League
Our History
Founded in 1910 African Americans and Caucasian citizens united together in an effort to eradicate racial discrimination and segregation and promote parity for minorities in all phases of American life.
The Greater Warren-Youngstown Urban league (GWYUL) has been in existence since 1930 and is an affiliate of the National Urban League, and replicates its mission and goals.
Why we take action
83%
Black youth are about 83% more likely to experience homelessness.
4.2 million
youth and young adults face homelessness annually in the U.S.
700,000
unaccompanied minors are homeless
Our Five Point Strategy
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Education and Youth Empowerment
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Economic Empowerment
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Health and Quality of Life Empowerment
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Civic Engagement and Leadership Empowerment
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Civil Rights and Racial Justice Empowerment
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