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Location: John Jay College of Criminal Justice

State of Young Black New York

Black America

Post-Obama:

2016 and Beyond

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SOYBNY 2016 is here...Our time is NOW!

SOYBNY is a signature event of the New York Urban Leage Young Professionals. This symposium brings together young professionals and leaders from various disciplines to discuss the challenges of young black New York and solutions we can take.

SOYBNY 2016 will feature a keynote speaker and six panel discussions; each with unique perspectives on issues that affect us every day.

We are in a unique time; the end of the first black presidency.

How will we make progress and bring change in 2016 and beyond?

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Provide us with a true sense of the state of young black New York.

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What is it?

The State of Young Black New York is an annual symposium held by young professionals of color to address the pressing social issues of our time. Through discussion among community leaders and young professionals, we aim to facilitate meaningful dialogue to empower all young people of color to take action in improving their lives and their communities.

To achieve great things, two things are needed: a plan and not quite enough time.

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State of Young Black America - Survey

Help us provide a clear overview of the true state of young black New York. Take the quick survey below. All information is confidential and will be used only for research data!

Take Our Survey!

Help us provide a clear overview of the tru state of young black New York by taking the below quick survey. All information is confidential and will be used solely for the purpose of research data.

Join the conversation! Attend a panel.

Trauma and Mental Health

in Black America

Do we recognize the trauma we live with? What are the effects of videos of police brutality, covert discrimination in employment and housing, violence in our communities and more? What systems are in place to address trauma in our community? 

Black Feminism: Women in America

Though women represent over 50% of the American population, sexism and prejudice against women still remains. In the black community despite examples of female leaders there is still stigma against ambitious women. Still, women often make significant careers decisions based on the need to care for children and families; is this fair? How can we ensure that women are empowered and men are educated to celebrate women’s success?

Breaking the Chains:

Intergenerational poverty

President Obama has given voice to the institutional racism that has led to clear disparities in communities of color. After 2016, how do we move from recognizing chasms in wealth, education and housing to fostering change?

Millennials and the Media:

An Imperfect Union

Millennials more than any generation before are able to select and filter their media sources and content. What does this mean for media companies and how are they adapting? What is the role for black news outlets today? How do they engage and retain younger readers? What is black media's impact today, socially? Electorally?

It Takes a Village?

Intra Community Dissonance

50 years ago, the black community was unified in demanding a host of rights that were once denied, chief among them: voting rights. Today, that unity seems to be missing. Is the black community unified enough to face our challenges in 2016?

Criminal Justice Reform:

Fighting the Ghost of Jim Crow

Black America was shackled by Jim Crow for decades, resulting in vast educational, wealth and civic gaps in our society. Today is Jim Crow our U.S. Prison System, where blacks are disproportionately trapped? How do we reform a system that has ravaged our community and led to the same disparities that Jim Crow created?

Panelists

Michael Blake

Assemblyman,

79th Assembly District

Assemblyman Michael Blake represents the several Bronx neighborhoods. He has extensive experience in leadership roles in government and campaigns.

Angela Rye

CEO,

IMPACT Strategies

A promintent political strategist, Angela offers regular on-air commentary for BET, CNN, MSNBC, and TV One. She served as the Executive Director and General Counsel to the Congressional Black Caucus for the 112th Congress.

Terrie Williams

Author, Entrepreneur,

Motivational Speaker

A communications expert, media industry leader and mental health advocate. Terrie has advised government agencies on mental health and has led national campaigns for mental health awanreness.

Basil Smikle

Executive Director,

New York State Democratic Party

Basil is an educator and leading political thinker. He has been featured as one of “Harlem’s New Political Elite” and has been named one of 50 rising stars in New York Politics.

Glynda Carr

Co-Founder,

Higher Heights

Glynda is a political strategist and a leader in education reform. She has held senior management positions with the Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

Kenneth Todd Nelson

Co-Director,

Face of Darkness Inc

As an actor, filmmaker and social activist, Kenneth has founded multiple organizations to create dialogue and solutions around issues that affect minority men.

Kimberly Peeler-Allen

Co-Founder,

Higher Heights

Kimberly is a highly skilled political fundraiser with experience in city and state campaigns. She has founded two companies to empower and elevate black women's voices.

Rosemonde Pierre-Louis

Senior Adviser,

NYC Commission on Gender Equity

Rosemond recently served as Commissioner of the Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence and is a former Manhattan Deputy Borough President.

Sheryl Huggins Salomon

Principal,

Media Adept

Sheryl s a veteran journalist and digital media professional. She has been managing editor of TheRoot.com and of Black Voices at AOL among many executive leadership roles.

Keisha Sutton James

Vice President,

Inner City Broadcasting Corporation

A third generation broadcaster and leading, digital strategist, Keisha has held leadership positions in prominent organizations including the Council of Urban Professionals and the Studio Museum in Harlem.

Jermaine Wright

University Director,

The City University of New York

Black Male Initiative (CUNY BMI)

Jermaine is leader in higher education who has implemented structured mentorship programs the the City University of NY system as well as on a national scale as Program Manager with the National Urban League's Urban Youth Empowerment Program.

Sharee Hereford

Content Creator, Freelance Writer,

Client Relations Specialist

Sharee is the creator of Dorm Room Television is an online lifestyle and media site for college students and millennials of color. The site covers mainstream news, pop culture, content specific to college students and millennials of color.

Stanley Richards

Senior Vice President,

The Fortune Society

A leading expert on the Criminal Justice system with over 25 years of experience in the feild. He has been honored by the Obama Administration as a “Champion of Change”.

Estina Baker

Senior Director of Mobilization for Senator Art Haywood,

4th PA Senatorial District

Estina is a nationally recognized, actress, storyteller and poet. She has run African American and Faith Based Field and GOTV for local, state and national elections.

Jethro Antoine

Director of Technology,

Harlem Center for Court Innovation

Jethro is the director of technology and director of New Jersey programs at the Center for Court Innovation.

Alexis Hancock

Digital Humanist, Black Feminist

A self described digital humanist and Black feminist, Alexis' background is in web development and community organizing. She has also completed research on racial economic disparities.

Schedule

10:00 - 10:30 a.m.

Registration

Continental Breakfast: Mini Muffins, Bagles, Croissants, Danish, Fruit Salad, Coffee, Tea, Orange Juice

10:30 - 11 a.m.

Opening Remarks

NYULYP, NYUL

11:00 – 11:30 a.m.

Keynote Address

Assemblyman Michael Blake

11:30 -11:40 a.m.

Break

11:40 - 12:40 p.m.

Breakout Session I

I. Breaking the Chains: Intergenerational Poverty

II. Trauma and Mental Health in Black America

III. Millenials and the Media: An Imperfect Union

12:40 - 1:40 p.m.

Lunch

Caribbean-Style Rice with Beans,

Jerk Chicken, Baked Ziti,

Classic Caesar Salad

1:40 - 2:10 p.m.

Book Signing

Terrie WIlliams

1:40 - 2:10 p.m.

Professional Development

Meet & Greet Opportunities

- CUNY Black Male Initiative

- CUNY Office of Graduate Studies

2:10 - 2:20 p.m.

Break

2:20 - 3:20 p.m.

Breakout Session II

I. It Takes a Village? Intracommunity Dissonance

II. Black Feminism: Women in America

III. Criminal Justice Reform: Fighting the Ghost of Jim Crow

3:20 - 3:30 p.m.

Closing Remarks

NYULYP

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Post-Event Social

Mix and Mingle: Continue the conversation with Young Professionals in the Movement

The State of Young Black New York 2016 will take place at John Jay College of Criminal Justice -- located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.

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About New York Urban League Young Professionals

The New York Urban League Young Professionals (NYULYP) is a unique entity of the New York Urban League designed to serve as an empowerment forum for individuals ages 21-40 who live and work throughout the five boroughs of New York City. This premier civil rights auxiliary group promotes the mission of the New York Urban League by training the next generation of leaders through volunteer opportunities, personal and professional development, and fund development. This deeply rooted movement serves as a network of young professionals across the country that works to eradicate social and economic inequalities through the local implementation of the National Urban League’s empowerment agenda.

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