Welcome to the
Black Renaissance 2.0
EMPOWERMENT | OPPORTUNITY | SERVICE
We empower Bay Area African Americans and underserved communities to achieve their highest true social parity, economic self-reliance, power, and civil rights. The League promotes economic empowerment through education, job training, housing, community development, workforce development, leadership programs, entrepreneurship, health, sustainability, and quality of life.
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*NEW PROGRAM*
Future Innovator's Program
Learn how AI, 3D Design, and the latest in technology is used in creating Lamborghini, Bugatti, Bentley, Audi, & VW cars!
Youth in High School and Middle School will also,
See how VW is Bridging the gap between Silicon Valley technology and the automotive industry. Witness innovation from prototype to technology in the vehicle; from user experience design to artificial intelligence. Hear from a team of engineers, designers, scientists, psychologists, and more and tour the facility and vehicles.
April 30th
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Volkswagen Group of America Innovation and Engineering Center California in Belmont
*NEW EVENT*
Annual Women Leading the Way Event
Join us on April 25th at 5:30PM as we celebrate changemakers at our annual Women Leading the Way event! We will have a panel conversation with women creating lasting impact around the Bay Area and honor them for their great work. Mark your calendars as you don't want to miss this wonderful event!
April 25th, 2024
5:30pm – 8:00pm
Oakland, CA
*NEW PROGRAM*
2024 Municipal Fellows
We are seeking early career professionals with a passion for
making a difference in their community. fellows will learn
first-hand the complexities of governing in the nation's most
populated state and will receive a $2000 stipend.
Applications Due: May 13th
In-Person Dates: June 3rd - August 6th
*NEW PROGRAM!*
Free STEM Camp At UC Berkeley Engineering
Join Urban League Bay Area, Kids Teach Tech and UC Berkeley Engineering, in partnership with Georgia Tech for our 4th Annual Engineering Summer Camp on June 10th - 14th from 10am to 3pm in person at UC Berkeley College of Engineering. Students will do fun hands-on projects in Python Programming, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. No experience is required. This FREE camp is open to all High School and Middle School students ready to learn some seriously fun coding and technology!
June 10th - June 14th
10:00am – 3:00pm
UC Berkeley Engineering
*UPCOMING PROGRAM!*
BLACK EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP ACCELERATOR
The Black Executive Leadership Accelerator is a vehicle for professionals from African American and underrepresented communities to develop critical leadership skills, navigate accelerating change in the business ecosystem, and strengthen their impact. Throughout the virtual program, participants will reflect upon modern opportunities and challenges that African American leaders face.
PROGRAM DATES:
April 2nd - June 18th
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 26
PROGRAM COST:
$5,900
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Youth Peace Ambassadors Program
The United Nations Security Council adopted unanimously, on December 9th 2015, a ground-breaking resolution on Youth, Peace and Security which recognizes that “young people play an important and positive role in the maintenance and promotion of international peace and security”. Interested youth in High School or Middle School learn more and apply today.
Entrepreneurship 101 Program
Our Entrepreneurship 101 Certificate program for small business entrepreneurs will cover a range of topics and provide practical knowledge and skills that are essential for starting and running a successful business. Sessions will be virtual with in person orientation and graduation including networking opportunities.
The purpose of this program is to empower small business owners with a deeper understanding of how to build a thriving business, and impart the invaluable skills essential for cultivating a robust return on investment. The program will cover a range of topics including Business Planning, Marketing & Sales, Finance Management, Technology and Digital Tools, and much more. Our goal is to ignite your ambition and prepare you to take that bold leap towards your entrepreneurial dreams.
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Upcoming and Recent Events
- Apr 25, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMOakland, Oakland, CA, USAJoin us on April 25th at 5:30PM as we celebrate change-makers at our annual Women Leading the Way event! We will have a panel conversation with women creating lasting impact around the Bay Area and honor them for their great work. Mark your calendars as you don't want to miss this wonderful event!
- Tue, Apr 30Volkswagen Group of AmericaApr 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMVolkswagen Group of America, 500 Clipper Dr, Belmont, CA 94002, USAApr 30, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PMVolkswagen Group of America, 500 Clipper Dr, Belmont, CA 94002, USAYouth in High School and Middle School will see how VW is Bridging the gap between Silicon Valley technology and the automotive industry. Witness innovation from prototype to technology in the vehicle; from user experience design to artificial intelligence.
- Mon, Jun 10UC Berkeley EngineeringJun 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – Jun 14, 2024, 3:00 PMUC Berkeley Engineering, BerkeleyJun 10, 2024, 10:00 AM – Jun 14, 2024, 3:00 PMUC Berkeley Engineering, BerkeleyJoin Urban League Bay Area, Kids Teach Tech and UC Berkeley Engineering, in partnership with Georgia Tech for our 4th Annual Engineering Summer Camp on June 10th - 14th from 10am to 3pm in person at UC Berkeley College of Engineering.