New York Urban League

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New York Urban League

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New York Urban League

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1935

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1984

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In 1910 the National Urban League was founded as a response to the migration of blacks from the Caribbean and the southern states to cities in the north, subsequently in 1919 the New York Committee of this organization was officially incorporated as the New York Urban League. Its objectives, as an interracial, nonprofit organization are to improve the health, housing, and employment problems of New York City's black community.

From the description of New York Urban League correspondence, 1922-1979 (bulk 1922-1933) (Princeton University Library). WorldCat record id: 81821341

Founded in 1919, the New York Urban League aids blacks and other minorities by improving housing, providing quality education, and opening job opportunities.

From the description of New York Urban League. Secretary of the Board of Directors records, 1957-1990, 1970-1980 (bulk). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122615800

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African Americans

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New York (N.Y.)--Harlem

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New York (State)--New York

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New York (N.Y)

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