The Urban League of Greater Miami, Inc. is a nonprofit community service agency dedicated to empowering individuals and strengthening communities. Through programs in employment, housing, education, health, and economic development, we work to create opportunities that improve quality of life for all. 

Our focus is on supporting families — especially women with young children — and advancing access to education and workforce development. By setting a standard of excellence and achievement, we encourage individuals and neighborhoods to reach their full potential.  

1. Equity & Access First

We design programs, policies, and partnerships that remove systemic barriers and ensure fair access to education, housing, capital, healthcare, and civic participation for all communities.

2. Education as the Foundation of Mobility

We believe education — from early learning to postsecondary and lifelong development — is the cornerstone of economic independence, leadership, and generational advancement.

3. Housing as Stability and Dignity

We champion safe, affordable, and sustainable housing as a platform for family well-being, workforce participation, and thriving neighborhoods.

4. Entrepreneurship & Economic Empowerment

We invest in entrepreneurs, small businesses, and workforce pathways that create wealth, jobs, and long-term economic resilience across Greater Miami.

5. Community-Driven Solutions

We center the voices, lived experiences, and leadership of the communities we serve in shaping programs, advocacy, and impact strategies.

6. Partnership & Collaboration

We build strong cross-sector partnerships with government, education, healthcare, philanthropy, and the private sector to scale impact and align resources for regional success.

7. Health, Well-Being, & Quality of Life

We promote holistic well-being by addressing the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence physical and mental health.

8. Civic Leadership & Advocacy

We elevate community voices, strengthen civic participation, and advocate for policies that advance justice, opportunity, and inclusive growth.

9. Accountability & Excellence

We commit to transparency, measurable outcomes, and continuous improvement in service to our stakeholders and communities.

10. Legacy & Generational Impact

We work to create lasting systems of opportunity that empower not only today’s families — but future generations.

The Urban League of Greater Miami, Inc. is proud to be an affiliate of the National Urban League, a historic civil rights and community-based organization founded in 1910. With a network of more than 90 affiliates across the United States, the National Urban League works to empower African American and underserved communities through economic development, education, health, housing, and advocacy.

Together, we are part of a nationwide movement driving equity, opportunity, and justice.