
ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
The mission is to transform generations by promoting personal empowerment and economic self-sufficiency.

In 2019, the Urban League reached over 18,000 people through our Workforce Development Training, Youth and Financial Services, and community partnerships.
The Urban League has served the region’s underserved populations since 1948. The Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio is recognized as the oldest and largest community-based organization devoted to empowering African American individuals and families.
BOARD MEMBERS
Board of Trustees:
URBAN LEAGUE
SENIOR LEADERSHIP TEAM

Christie Kuhns
President/CEO

Cinnamon Pelly
Chief Operating Officer

Dorothy Smoot
Chief Impact Officer & ED for Community Partnering Center

Charolette Harris
Vice President of Operations and Engagement (WBEC ORV)

Rickell Smith
Executive Director
Center for Social Justice

Erica Simmons
HR Consultant
Human Resources

Tonya Conner
Chief of Staff

K. Michael Jordan
Chief Financial Officer

Gina Goings
Senior Vice President of Development

Sheila A. Mixon
Executive Director (WBEC ORV) Senior Vice President of Development & Entrepreneurship

Ashlee Young
VP of Policy and Strategic initiatives

Nikol Miller
Executive Director MVUL