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Welcome to the Urban League of Broward County Young Professionals Network. Please navigate through our website to learn more about YPN and how to get involved.
This is an exciting time to be a member of YPN! The potential for great political and social change is powerful this year, and the community needs the leadership and assistance to guide this force. This new developing force is composed of key local talent of young professionals who are committed to serving the greater Ft. Lauderdale region through social and civic engagement.
Member Benefits:
- Community Involvement
- Leadership and Professional Development Workshops
- Discount opportunities for Urban League Events and Conferences
- Access to National Urban League and Urban League of Broward County exclusive events – click here to see photo gallery of past events with Urban League members.
- Discounts from Participating Vendors/Sponsors - login
- Member-to-Member benefits posted on the message board (member login required)
- Networking Opportunities - click here to see gallery of past events.
- and more...
We need YOU to make a difference, join YPN NOW. We host meetings the second Wednesday of every month at 6:30PM at the various locations and the Urban League Building, 11 NW 36 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. A community is only as strong as its people, and we challenge you to give of your time and energy.
Check the YPN website often for updates on future Urban League Young Professionals meetings, events and community service projects.
YPN Connections:
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| Upcoming Activities: At A Glance |
12/06/08, YPN Winter in Paradise Christimas Celebration, Nikki Marina, 7 p.m. - 12 midnight
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| Member Spotlight |
This month's member spotlight recognizes YPN members Jahra McLawrence, Keesha Davis and Irvin Daphnis for their diligence in being entreprenuers, while maintaining a firm commitment to the community. These individuals were recognized in a recent issue of the South Florida Times. Click hereto read the full article and learn about the great things these individuals are doing as young, up and coming professionals.
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| About YPN |
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Mission Statement:
We exist to cultivate a new generation of young professionals to take an active role in serving and empowering Broward's urban communities.
Vision Statement:
To be the training ground for young leaders and to promote the Urban League of Broward County as an authority on issues affecting urban communities
in Broward County.
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Advance Discount Tickets: $30 - ULBC YPN & Staff; $35 - General Admission
At the Door: $40
To purchase tickets online click here
To purchase tickets in person come to the: Urban League of Broward County 11 NW 36th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
For Additional information call: 954-625-2548
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The Urban League of Broward County YPN meets the 2nd Wednesday of every month at various locations, including the Urban League office, located at 11 N.W. 36th Avenue in Ft. Lauderdale (off of Broward Blvd. and east of SR7/441). For a complete list of events and programs, visit us on the web at www.ulbcfl.org/YPN_HomePage or check us out at www.myspace.com/browardypn.
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Norvel Bethel
Congratulations to Norvel Bethel, YPN Senior Vice President, who is selected for our current member spotlight. Norvel, Manager with JM Family, is truly dedicated to making YPN a success. He is consistent, reliable, always willing to lend a helping hand, and demonstrates commitment by going above and beyond the call of duty. He attends nearly all YPN functions and is the behind the scenes support that allows us to deliver excellence. He contributes greatly to our organization as well as other organizations of which he is a volunteer. He is the example of a true “Agent of Change”. Norvel, we acknowledge your work - and thank you for your service!
If you are a YPN member, and you would like to nominate someone or yourself for the Member Spotlight, please send us an Email with photo and details to getypn@gmail.com.
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