National Business, Medical, and Legal Groups Collaborate to Improve Black Communities

The National Business League (NBL), National Medical Association (NMA), and National Bar Association (NBA) have announced a collaborative effort to address critical issues impacting Black communities. The initiative focuses on protecting educational pathways, enhancing wealth opportunities, improving health care access, reducing health disparities, and strengthening legal advocacy for Black Americans. On June 27, the presidents of these organizations met with the White House and Congressional Black Caucus with a non-partisan agenda. “Enterprise ownership and development are the cornerstones of economic sustainability for Black American communities,” says Ken L. Harris, Ph.D., president and CEO of the NBL, which has a Detroit Chapter. “The NBL is proud to join forces with the NBA and NMA to protect and promote global wealth-building opportunities for Black Americans.” Following the recent Supreme Court decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard, which impacts educational equity and affirmative action, the organizations emphasize the urgency of uniting their resources and professional expertise. Our collective efforts include: Pathways to Education: The NBA, NBL, and NMA commit to fostering educational opportunities for Black students from primary school through higher education, including scholarships, mentorship, and educational resources. Protecting Wealth Opportunities: The NBL supports Black Business Enterprises (BBEs) and their workers...