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This month, NULYP is partnering with Michelle Obama's non-profit “When We All Vote.” We are calling on our community to become Voting Squad Captains and to learn how to register people! A training session will be held Thursday, July 23 at 8PM EST,  Register here https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_A03W-9vcTDOXpiXLXJcqyw

June 19 marks the end of slavery in Texas in 1865; two months after General Lee surrendered and two years after President Abraham Lincoln’s signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.  With Texas being the last to receive the news, this marked the end of slavery across the South.  

It's Friday, the start of the weekend, it's Juneteenth Day, we're black and proud! Join us in celebration day of freedom, culture, and power. We're turning Juneteenth into #BuyBlackWeekend. Today, Saturday and Sunday we're providing you with a listing of Milwaukee black owned businesses to support not just now but as a lifestyle. Our collective power is in our buying power of supporting our own! Stay tuned for Saturday's posting

Note the businesses listed are suggestions be sure to support any and all black owned!

Black Owned Businesses

PumpFive Fuel Delivery Service

Download the app:

Android http://bit.ly/PumpFiveAndroid
Apple http://bit.ly/PumpFiveiOS

Or, use the website.
www.pumpfive.com

Sensational Flames

www.sensationalflamesmke.com

Distinctive Designs By Tomira

www.myddbt.com

Delicious Bites

https://deliciousbitesllc.square.site

JazzyRae’ Jewels

4307 W. Vliet St.

Jazzyraejewels.com

Mahogany Cares

https://mahoganycaresinc.wixsite.com/

Soul2Soul Catering

FlyBlooms by Funky Fly FlowerChild

www.flyblooms.com

The Bronzeville Collective

339 W. North Ave. (1.49 mi)

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212

www.bronzevillecollective.com

Papyrus & Charms

www.papyrusandcharms.com

Next Generation Day Camp & School Age Programs

1809 W Atkinson Ave.

https://nextgenerationdaycamp.com

Blossom Candle Co.

http://www.blossomcandleco.com

Joyce’s House

http://joyceshousemke.org

Vibez Creative Arts Space

3536 W Fond Du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53216 (Inside Sherman Phoenix)

www.vibezcreativeartsspace.com

Cierra B. Chesir- Travel Agent at Cruises, Inc.

https://cchesir.cruisesinc.com

Jami Ward Photography

www.jamiwardphotography.com

The Itsy Bitsy Scholars

www.theitsybitsyscholars.com

Chase My Creations

FB Page: Chase My Creations

Ebony Esthetics

12201 W. Burleigh Street, Suite 5

Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53222

www.ebonyesthetics.com

Hookah Live

2312 N 56th St.

Milwaukee, WI 53208

Manhattan Mocha

7600 West Capital Drive

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53222

Paparazzi Ice Cream Shop

6235B N. Teutonia Ave.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53209

The PRIORITY Movement

(414) 375-0271

http://stephcrosley.com/shop

The Communication Strategist

FB Page: The Communication Strategist

www.dorothyenriquez.com

Right Track

www.Righttrackcreditrepairmke.com

Kreative Fruitz

5215 N. Ironwood Rd Suite 200

Glendale, Wisconsin 53217

www.irkreativefruitz.com

Amanda Evans Photography

www.theamandaevans.com

j.girlCollection

http://www.jgirlcollection.store

Soulful Juice

FB Page: Soulful Juice

Melanin&Headwraps, Inc.

FB Page: Melanin&Headwraps, Inc.

https://linktr.ee/Melaninheadwraps

Sweets by Jas Da Goat

FB Page: Sweets by Jas Da Goat

Vazquez Collection

www.vasquezcoAlillection.com

Alise Patterson Makeup Artistry

200 W. Freshwater Way

Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53204

(414) 386-2970

https://kumarskinandbeauty.acuityscheduling.com/schedule

Avid Boutique

8070 N 76th St.

Milwaukee, WI 53223

https://soavidboutique.com

Allah Mode

https://www.allah-mode.com

Angels In Style, LLC

(262) 977-6255

FB Page: angelsinstylellc

Brie & Mac Confections

https://www.brieandmac.com/

Simplistic BSC Haircare Products

http://simplisticbsc.com/

Iron Fist Fitness, LLC

12040 w. Feerick St. Unit H

Wauwatosa, WI 53222

https://ironfistfitness.com

Brownstone Social Lounge

524 N. Water St.

4^th Quarter Sports Bar & Grill

2722 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr.

Skybox Sports Bar

2213 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr

Bijou Nails & Company – Nail Spa

2107 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr.

Hideaway

9000 W Kaul Ave.

Taylor Design Stationery

FB Page: Taylor Design Stationery

www.taylordesignandstationery.com

Catfish Lounge

3646 N Teutonia Ave.

Dear Black Boy: It’s Ok to Cry

www.dearblackboycry.com

The Legislative Policy Conference is the National Urban League's policy convening – bringing together members of Congress, elected state leaders, and community advocates from across the country for over 17 years. Through various tracks, leaders, organizers, and partners discuss the policy issues impacting African-Americans and other historically underrepresented communities. Register today for this free event by using the link HERE

Join President Henry as she participates in our sister organization Fuel Milwaukee's Webinar tomorrow June 11 with Dr. Howard Fuller, Jarrett English, and Dr. Robert Smith

Protesting: A Psychological & Strategic Driver for Societal Change

Thursday, June 11, 20202:00 PM - 3:00 PM CDT

Register HERE

In the two weeks since George Floyd was arrested and killed by Minneapolis police officers, communities throughout the nation have organized in protest of his and countless other unjust killings. Marches, riots, and rallies have happened in cities across the nation - all collective actions calling for change and equity in the way black and brown people are treated in our country.

Join Fuel Milwaukee for a live discussion about the psychology and strategy of protesting. We'll talk about: the conditions and societal factors that set the stage for unprecedented, multicultural outrage to long-standing injustices wide-spread "Black Lives Matter" sentiment and what it means for racial unity among all groups of people the psychology of rioting and why it happens amid mostly peaceful demonstrations the road to change and what must happen in concert with acts of civil unrest to create lasting change.

This conversation is intended to share information and foster understanding about what everyone in Milwaukee, and the nation, is experiencing in our communities. This discussion is a safe place and is open to all.

Are you Ready!?! On June 2nd-3rd 2020,  join the National Urban League Young Professionals Southern Region as we host a free inaugural SoYP Virtual Conference. This premiere experience has been curated to deliver the perfect blend of education, service, fun, networking and prizes!

Register at www.nulyp.org/soyp

The Milwaukee Chapter are excited to host a special session entitled Cocktails and Conversations during the Conference at 6:30PM CST.  Be sure to register to be apart of this free spectacular event!

Come dressed to impress and experience virtual speed networking, and social, and insightful events with young professionals from across the country! Prepare to build as you climb with the southern region for a virtual conference to remember!

While the physical impact of COVID-19 is detrimental the lasting impact on the mental state is even worse.

This conversation with black men and for black men will offer ideas for best mental health and self-care tools for navigating this time and beyond. This discussion will focus on the problems that arise from the lack of dialogue of these important health topics by men in our culture and the systemic causes behind them

We are excited for an informative dialogue presented by:

Moderator, Richard Badger, Community Advocate, and Past Milwaukee Urban League Young Professionals President

Wisconsin State Representative David Bowen, Assembly District 10

The Honorable Judge Derek Mosley, City of Milwaukee Municipal Court 

Dr. Ramel Kweku Akyirefi Smith, Psychologist and President of BLAQUESMITH, LLC

Black Men's Mental Health & Well Being

Thursday, May 21, 2020 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM CST

Register for this virtual discussion at https://tmulyp.org/event-3765428

Over the past month our world, country, state, city along with our daily personal and professional lives have been disrupted due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. It is only natural for fear, and anxiety of the unknown to set in.  In particularly we have seen the recent data on the increased number of positive cases in Wisconsin and the rise in deaths in the African American community in Milwaukee.

While this indeed is concerning, we want to ensure that we receive an understanding of COVID-19 and its impact in our community and hear from our expert public health official along with healthcare professionals who are working on the front lines in addressing this public health crisis to gain insight, education, resources around messaging, and next steps.

TOMORROW April 9, we are hosting a live virtual discussion featuring:

City of Milwaukee Health Commissioner, Dr. Jeanette Kowalik

Dr. Eve Hall, President & CEO, Milwaukee Urban League 

Healthcare Professionals, and Members of the Milwaukee Urban League Young Professionals:

Jackie Oraedu, Physician Assistant

LaRonda Joyner, Registered Nurse

Dr. Lyah Holmes, Nurse Practitioner

Understanding the Impact of COVID-19 in Milwaukee

Thursday, April 9, 2020 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CST

Register here https://tmulyp.org/event-3808055 

This conversation and the information provided is intended to empower our membership and the Milwaukee community to flatten the curve, and ensure the health of yourself, your loved ones, and everyone around you.