Milwaukee Urban League

The Milwaukee Urban League leads through education, employment, and advocacy to achieve economic vibrancy and equal access to all industries and disciplines that position African Americans to create wealth and live a better quality of life. Milwaukee Urban League’s vision is to ensure that Wisconsin becomes a top 10 place for African Americans to live and thrive and where the greater Milwaukee area becomes a leader in education and socioeconomic inclusion.

About

About MUL

Since 1919, the Milwaukee Urban League has empowered communities and changed lives. Working with a diverse group of organizations and individuals, we focus on education and employment efforts with the goal of growing economic vibrancy in our community. Our education and youth-focused programs are cornerstones of our work; we believe our young people are the future of Milwaukee and we all share in the responsibility to make sure they are prepared for success.

The Milwaukee Urban League provides services and assists community residents through its primary program areas of Education and Training, Workforce Development, and Economic Development.  The Education and Training programs demonstrate achievement in increasing the number of African-American youth who are assisted in accessing college, post-secondary education, and vocational training. Within the scope of Workforce Development services, individuals prepare for employment through case management, counseling, comprehensive trainings, and ultimately job placement.  Milwaukee residents gain knowledge in Economic Development through regular workshops offered in managing small businesses, identifying resources for business start-ups as well as community revitalization.

Education and Youth

Milwaukee Urban League’s educational programs focus on exposing students in elementary through high school to new ideas, as well as sharing ways students can make informed educational and career choices. 

Education and Youth Programs

  • Project Ready

  • Project Ready STEAM

  • Milwaukee Urban League Laptop Awards

  • Community Schools Partnership

  • Graduate to Employment

  • Youth Leadership Summit

  • STEAM Summit

  • Equity and Excellence Project

Employment & Trainings

Helping individuals successfully find work and prepare for careers is at the heart of the work of the Milwaukee Urban League. Our employment and training programs provide a variety of services to help individuals search and prepare for jobs that will improve their futures. Individuals seeking one-on-one assistance with online employment applications and resumes can find support at our Workforce Technology Center computer facility, which offers the use of laptops and free internet access.

Employment and Training Programs

  • Employment Assistance Program

  • Community Development Block Grant-City of Milwaukee

  • Transform Milwaukee Transitional Jobs Program

  • State of Wisconsin Driver’s License Permit Classes

  • Commercial Driver’s License Permit training

  • Financial Opportunity Center

 

Services Provided

Human Resources, Workforce and Talent

  • Recruiting
  • Workforce Training (Specialty)
  • Retention

Internship Programs and Student Services

  • Internship Program
  • Student Training

Libraries and Research

  • Demographic/Census Data

Networking and Associations

  • Demographically Based
  • Small Business/General

Public Policy and Government Relations

  • African-American Business

Starting a Business

  • Startup Business Counseling

Training and Education

  • Health Care Training

Events and Community Building

  • Neighborhood Fairs and Festivals
Contact Information
Shirron Hines
Address
435 West North Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53212