The Urban League of Detroit and Southeastern Michigan (ULDSEM), is one of 90 affiliates of the National Urban League. The ULDSEM is a non-profit 501(3) organization operating since 1916. As a human services and advocacy organization, for 104 years the League has provided critical services to disadvantaged citizens, organized the unorganized and has established and promoted leadership of service to the greater Detroit community. The League has a broad based Board of Directors representing corporate, financial and service industries, as well as, representatives from government, labor and educational institutions. Staff of 40+ serve over 156,000 individuals each year. It is this history and collective pool of expertise that plays an integral part in the design and implementation of programs and strategies, which keep the League well positioned to respond to the vast needs of the community.
The League utilizes a three pronged approach to service delivery, focusing on research, service and advocacy. The ripple effect of our programs, benefit far more people than can easily be documented.
The Urban League employs multiple service strategies that are tailored to local needs, so as to implement our mission.