National Black Professional Organizations
Presidents Meet with White House and Congressional Black Caucus
Leadership in Washington,
D.C.
WASHINGTON, July 3, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- The National Business League (NBL)®, National
Medical Association (NMA)®, and National Bar Association (NBA)® are
proud to announce a collaborative effort to address critical issues
impacting Black communities. This initiative focuses on protecting
educational pathways, enhancing wealth opportunities, improving
healthcare access, reducing health disparities, and strengthening
legal advocacy for Black Americans. On Thursday, June 27, 2024, the presidents of these
organizations met with the White House and Congressional Black
Caucus with a non-partisan agenda.
National Black Professional Organizations
Presidents and CEOs in the United
States Unite with a Nonpartisan Agenda
"Enterprise ownership and development are the cornerstones
of economic sustainability for Black American communities," said
Ken L. Harris, Ph.D., president and
CEO of the NBL. "The NBL is proud to join forces with the NBA and
NMA to protect and promote global wealth-building opportunities for
Black Americans."
Following the recent Supreme Court decision in Students for Fair
Admissions v. Harvard, which impacts
educational equity and affirmative action, the organizations
emphasize the urgency of uniting their resources and professional
expertise. Our collective efforts include:
- Pathways to Education: The NBA, NBL, and NMA commit to
fostering educational opportunities for Black students from primary
school through higher education, including scholarships,
mentorship, and educational resources.
- Protecting Wealth Opportunities: The NBL supports Black
Business Enterprises (BBEs) and their workers by providing
resources for business development, enterprise ownership, and
economic freedom tools to close the global yet generational wealth
gap.
- Healthcare Access and Equity: The NMA leads initiatives
to improve healthcare access and outcomes for Black Americans,
advocating for policies that address health disparities and expand
access to quality services.
- Legal Advocacy: The NBA provides robust legal advocacy
to protect the civil rights of Black Americans, challenging
discriminatory practices and promoting justice reform.
"Healthcare is a fundamental human right," said
Yolanda Lawson, MD, president of the
NMA. "The NMA is committed to addressing the health disparities
that disproportionately affect Black Americans and ensuring access
to quality health care for all."
Through this historic partnership, the NBA, NBL, and NMA
reaffirm their commitment to protecting and advancing the rights
and opportunities of Black communities. Together, with hundreds of
Black professional organizations in America, they will work
tirelessly to create a more just, equitable, and prosperous
future.
Dominique D. Calhoun,
president of the NBA, said, "The NBA is dedicated to ensuring that
Black Americans have equal access to justice and educational
opportunities. This collaboration allows us to leverage our
collective strength to make a profound impact."
About the National Medical Association: Founded in
1895, the NMA is the nation's oldest and largest organization
representing Black physicians and health professionals in the U.S.
The NMA promotes the collective interests of physicians and
patients of African descent, advocating for parity in medicine,
elimination of health disparities, and promotion of optimal health.
Visit https://www.nmanet.org for more information.
About the National Business League: Founded in 1900
by Booker T. Washington, the
National Business League is the first and largest trade association
for Black businesses and entrepreneurs of African descent. The NBL
empowers Black-owned businesses through economic advocacy,
enterprise training, and development initiatives throughout the
Pan-African diaspora.
Visit https://www.nationalbusinessleague.org for more
information.
About the National Bar Association: Founded in 1925,
the National Bar Association is the nation's oldest and largest
network of predominantly African American attorneys and judges. The
NBA advances the interests of the African American community
through legal advocacy, education, and professional development.
Visit https://nationalbar.org for more information.
National Media Contact:
Minehaha Forman, MBA
Public Relations Consultant
+1 (510) 220-0759
mmforman@gmail.com
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