About
Vision
Urban Male Network is a nationally recognized professional networking organization for young men who reside in urban areas. Through mentorship, community development, and promotion of a positive urban male image, we seek to empower young men to become leaders in their community. As a result we can change the landscape of communities by providing service and resources to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Mission
Urban Male Network’s mission is to overcome barriers that inhibit success for minority men and to present positive male role models that have achieved personal, professional and academic success.
By providing service to the community through self-empowerment, community engagement and mentorship, we seek to redefine what it means to be an “urban” male.
An urban male is not about being hood. It is not about being a thug. It is not about being poor. Being an urban male is about being an upstanding citizen that contributes to positive change in their community.
Core Values
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Community Pulse: Actively engage with and contribute to the urban community through service and collaboration, demonstrating the network's commitment to Chicago's neighborhoods.
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Connecting through service and collaboration.
Lifelong Education: We believe in continuous learning and personal development, providing opportunities for skill enhancement and knowledge acquisition.
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Continuously enhancing skills and acquiring knowledge.
Unified Network: We are dedicated to building a strong network of support for young males, connecting them with mentors, resources, and opportunities to help them succeed in their educational and personal endeavors.
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Building a strong support system through mentorship, resources, and opportunities.
Brotherhood: Embrace our rich diversity, fostering a collective unity that transcends individual backgrounds and brings people together with a shared sense of purpose.
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Dedicated to creating a positive and nurturing environment for holistic growth.
Upliftment: The Urban Male Network is committed to the upliftment of young males,
striving to create a positive and nurturing environment that promotes their holistic growth,
self-esteem, and well-being.\
Fostering collective unity that transcends individual backgrounds.