Greater Sacramento Urban League

Student Loans 101 Workshop
2024-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Do you have student loans to pay but don’t know where to start? The Student Loan Empowerment Network is here to help. Join us and the International Rescue Committee for our Student Loans 101 workshop on Wednesday, December 11th from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. The webinar will cover: Finding information about your student loans, repayment plans and strategies, loan forgiveness, and the current state of student loans.

Feasts, Friends, & Festive Friendsgiving
2024-11-20 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Black Boys 2 Men and Black Girls Heal invite you for Feasts, Friends, & Festive Friendsgiving on Wednesday, November 20th from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. End of the year celebration for the youth groups with dinner & games.
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Keys to HomeOwnership
2024-11-08 08:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-11 08:00 - 16:00, 2024-09-13 08:00 - 16:00, 2024-08-09 08:00 - 16:00, 2024-07-12 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Keys to HomeOwnership is a live 8-hour homebuyer’s education course, offered via Zoom (link will be sent prior to the class). This course provides home-buying insight for home-buyers, who need to complete an 8-hour Homebuyer Education and Counseling Course. Greater Sacramento Urban League staff will walk you through the steps of purchasing a home including budgeting for a home, credit checks, the lending process, homeowners insurance, closing costs, and much more. Upon completion of the class, participants will be provided a homebuyer’s education certificate.

NOTE: If you are completing this course as a requirement for a downpayment assistance program, please double-check with your lender to make sure this course is accepted for your specific loan requirements.
Questions? Contact us at housing@gsul.org or 916-286-8651.
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Let Your Voice Be Heard
2024-11-06 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Join us and Sacramento County Behavioral Health Services on November 6th from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. for a special listening session focused on identifying the mental health and wellness needs of the Black/African American community, those who are currently unhoused or have experienced homelessness. Food will be provided.
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GSUL is a Voting Center!!
2024-10-26 09:00 - 2024-11-05 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
The Empowerment Center at GSUL is now a voting center! Your voice matters, and we’re here to make voting easy and accessible. Stop by, cast your ballot, and be part of the change in our community.
Schedule
October 26th – November 4th from 9 am – 5 pm.
November 5th (Election Day) from 7 am – 8 pm.

Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition – North Sacramento
2024-09-26 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-01-25 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | It’s My Hair Salon, 3830 Northgate Blvd #100, Sacramento, 95834, United States
Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition is a monthly meet-up for Black women to unite and discuss their everyday challenges, successes, and life experiences. We invite Black women to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals.
North Sacramento meet-ups are held every fourth Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at It’s My Hair Salon (3830 Northgate Blvd #100, Sacramento, CA 95834).
Dates include:

January 25, 2024
February 22, 2024
March 28, 2024
April 25, 2024
May 23, 2024
June 27, 2024
August 22, 2024
September 26, 2024
October 25, 2024

For questions, contact info@gsul.org

Job Talk
2024-01-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-21 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | GSUL Empowerment Center, 3725 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95835, United States
Greater Sacramento Urban League, SETA, and SacramentoWorks present Job Talk. Job Talk is a monthly workshop series for individuals seeking employment. Each month GSUL invites an employer to discuss their current employment opportunities and share insights regarding their hiring procedures and application process.
This is your opportunity to speak with recruiters and get hired! Job Talk is held every fourth Thursday of the month from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
Dates include:

January 25, 2024
February 22, 2024
March 28, 2024
April 25, 2024
May 23, 2024
June 27, 2024
July 25, 2024
August 22, 2024
September 26, 2024
October 24, 2024

Questions? Call us at 916-286-8623
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Black Girls Heal
2024-10-23 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Youth & Families Center, 2331 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95817, United States
Join GSUL as we host our next session of Black Girls Heal on Wednesday, October 23rd from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at GSUL Youth & Families Center. It’s a safe space dedicated to fostering discussions, encouraging self-care, and nurturing self-worth among young girls. We’ll be engaging in an open conversation regarding hair care. This FREE event is for ages 13 and up. This month we will discuss concerns and how to be civically engaged.
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Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition – South Sacramento
2024-09-19 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-01-18 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | DreamGirls Hair Salon, 9090 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, 95624, United States
Cut to the Chase: Crown Edition is a monthly meet-up for Black women to unite and discuss their everyday challenges, successes, and life experiences. We invite Black women to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals.
South Sacramento meet-ups are held every third Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at DreamGirls Hair Salon (9090 Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove, CA 95624).
Dates include:

January 18, 2024
February 15, 2024
March 21, 2024
April 18, 2024
May 16, 2024
June 20, 2024
August 15, 2024
September 19, 2024
October 18, 2024

For questions, contact info@gsul.org

Black Boys 2 Men
2024-10-16 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Youth & Families Center, 2331 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95817, United States
Join GSUL as we host our next session of Black Boys 2 Men on Wednesday, October 16th from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at GSUL Youth & Families Center. It’s a safe space for boys ages 13 and up to discuss their concerns. This session will discuss concerns and how to be civically engaged. This is a FREE event.
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Cut to the Chase - North Sacramento
2024-02-08 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Five Starr Fades, 1332 Del Paso Blvd, Sacramento, CA, 95825, United States
Cut to the Chase is a monthly meet-up for Black men to gather and discuss the everyday challenges and issues they face. We invite men to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals. Cut to the Chase is a program that seeks to address and reduce the stigma surrounding Black men and therapy, as well as provide culturally specific mental health resources and support that is uniquely tailored for men of color.
North Sacramento meet-ups are held every second Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Five Starr Fades (1332 Del Paso Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95825).
Dates include:

February 8, 2024
March 14, 2024
April 11, 2024
June 13, 2024
August 8, 2024
September 12, 2024
October 10, 2024

For questions, contact rcob@gsul.org or 916-286-8646.
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Cut to the Chase – South Sacramento
2024-02-01 18:00 - 19:30 UTC | Tapers Barber Shop, 3310 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95817
Cut to the Chase is a monthly meet-up for Black men to gather and discuss the everyday challenges and issues they face. We invite men to join us for encouragement, counseling, and support in a small group setting with licensed mental health professionals. Cut to the Chase is a program that seeks to address and reduce the stigma surrounding Black men and therapy, as well as provide culturally specific mental health resources and support that is uniquely tailored for men of color.
South Sacramento meet-ups are held every first Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Tapers Barber Shop (3310 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817).
Dates include:

February 1, 2024
March 7, 2024
April 4, 2024
June 6, 2024
August 1, 2024
September 5, 2024
October 3, 2024

For questions, contact rcob@gsul.org or 916-286-8646.
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Black Boys 2 Men and Black Girls Heal - Kickback Listening Session:
2024-09-18 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | GSUL Youth & Families Center, 2331 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA, 95817, United States
Join us for a chill listening session where your voice matters on September 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Let’s chat about the events and experiences you want to see from Black Boys 2 Men and Black Girls Heal. Your ideas can help shape the future of our programs, so come through and share your thoughts.
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Community Block Party
2024-08-24 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Fourth Avenue Park, 4040 4th Ave., Sacramento, CA, 95817, United States
Looking to celebrate the end of summer? Join us on Saturday, August 24th from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Fourth Avenue Park. There will be activities for all ages! Music, delicious food and games all in one place! Come out to meet your neighbors and make new friends, learn about local organizations and initiatives and celebrate the vibrant diversity of our community. Admission is FREE!
