The National Business League, National Medical Association, National Bar Association, and More Announce Collaborative Effort to Empower and Protect Black American Communities
The National Business League, National Medical Association, National Bar Association, and More Announce Collaborative Effort to Empower and Protect Black American Communities
National Black Professional Organizations Presidents Meet with White House and Congressional Black Caucus Leadership in Washington, D.C.
国家黑人专业组织主席在华盛顿与白宫和国会黑人议员会议领导人会面。
WASHINGTON, July 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Business League (NBL), National Medical Association (NMA), and National Bar Association (NBA) are proud to announce a collaborative effort to address critical issues impacting Black communities. This initiative focuses on protecting educational pathways, enhancing wealth opportunities, improving healthcare access, reducing health disparities, and strengthening legal advocacy for Black Americans. On Thursday, June 27, 2024, the presidents of these organizations met with the White House and Congressional Black Caucus with a non-partisan agenda.
华盛顿，2024年7月3日 /美通社/ - 国家商业联盟（NBL）、国家医学协会（NMA）和全国律师协会（NBA）自豪地宣布，联合应对影响黑人社区的关键问题。此举旨在保护教育路径、提升财富机会、改善医疗保健服务、减少医疗差异以及加强对黑人美国人的法律倡导。2024年6月27日星期四，这些组织的主席与白宫和国会黑人议员会议举行了一个非党派的议程会面。
National Black Professional Organizations Presidents and CEOs in the United States Unite with a Nonpartisan Agenda
美国国家黑人专业组织主席和首席执行官以非党派议程联合起来。
"Enterprise ownership and development are the cornerstones of economic sustainability for Black American communities," said Ken L. Harris, Ph.D., president and CEO of the NBL. "The NBL is proud to join forces with the NBA and NMA to protect and promote global wealth-building opportunities for Black Americans."
"企业所有权和发展是黑人美国人社区经济可持续性的基石，" NBL总裁兼首席执行官肯恩·哈里斯（Ken L. Harris）博士表示："NBL很自豪加入NBA和NMA，保护和推广黑人美国人的全球财富建设机会。"
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:
鉴于最近的《公平招生协会诉哈佛案》最高法院判决影响了教育公平和平权行动，这些组织强调了联合资源和专业知识的紧迫性。我们的集体努力包括:
- 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 by providing resources for business development, enterprise ownership, and economic freedom tools to close the global yet generational wealth gap.
- Healthcare Access and Equity: The NMA leads initiatives to improve healthcare access and outcomes for Black Americans, advocating for policies that address health disparities and expand access to quality services.
- Legal Advocacy: The NBA provides robust legal advocacy to protect the civil rights of Black Americans, challenging discriminatory practices and promoting justice reform.
- 教育路径NBA、NBL和NMA致力于促进黑人学生从小学到高等教育的教育机会，提供奖学金、导师和教育资源。
- 保护财富机会NBL通过提供业务发展资源、企业所有权和经济自由工具来支持黑人企业（BBEs）及其员工，以缩小全球但代际财富差距。
- 医疗保健服务和平等NMA领导各项倡议，改善黑人美国人的医疗保健服务和结果，倡导制定解决医疗差异并扩大获得优质服务的政策。
- 法律倡导NBA提供强有力的法律倡导，保护黑人美国人的民权，挑战歧视实践，促进司法改革。
"Healthcare is a fundamental human right," said Yolanda Lawson, MD, president of the NMA. "The NMA is committed to addressing the health disparities that disproportionately affect Black Americans and ensuring access to quality health care for all."
"医疗保健是一项基本人权，" NMA主席约兰达·劳森（Yolanda Lawson）医生表示："NMA致力于解决影响黑人美国人的医疗差异，确保所有人都能获得优质医疗保健。"
Through this historic partnership, the NBA, NBL, and NMA reaffirm their commitment to protecting and advancing the rights and opportunities of Black communities. Together, with hundreds of Black professional organizations in America, they will work tirelessly to create a more just, equitable, and prosperous future.
通过这个历史性的伙伴关系，NBA、NBL和NMA再次确认了其保护和推进黑人社区权利和机会的承诺。与美国的数百个黑人专业组织一起，他们将不懈努力，创造一个更加公正、平等和繁荣的未来。
Dominique D. Calhoun, president of the NBA, said, "The NBA is dedicated to ensuring that Black Americans have equal access to justice and educational opportunities. This collaboration allows us to leverage our collective strength to make a profound impact."
NBA主席多米尼克·卡尔霍恩（Dominique D. Calhoun）表示："NBA致力于确保黑人美国人享有平等的司法和教育机会。这种合作让我们能够发挥我们的集体力量，产生深远的影响。"
About the National Medical Association: Founded in 1895, the NMA is the nation's oldest and largest organization representing Black physicians and health professionals in the U.S. The NMA promotes the collective interests of physicians and patients of African descent, advocating for parity in medicine, elimination of health disparities, and promotion of optimal health. Visit for more information.
关于美国国家医学协会：成立于1895年，美国国家黑人医师和健康专业人士组织是美国历史最悠久、规模最大的黑人医师和健康专业人士组织。NMA促进非洲裔医生和患者的集体利益，倡导医疗平等、消除健康差距、促进优质健康。更多信息请访问。
About the National Business League: Founded in 1900 by Booker T. Washington, the National Business League is the first and largest trade association for Black businesses and entrepreneurs of African descent. The NBL empowers Black-owned businesses through economic advocacy, enterprise training, and development initiatives throughout the Pan-African diaspora. Visit for more information.
关于全国商业联盟：成立于1900年的全国商业联盟由布克·华盛顿创立，是黑人企业家和非洲裔企业的第一大商业联合会。NBL通过经济倡导、企业培训和发展计划在泛非洲的各个地区支持黑人企业主。更多信息请访问。
About the National Bar Association: Founded in 1925, the National Bar Association is the nation's oldest and largest network of predominantly African American attorneys and judges. The NBA advances the interests of the African American community through legal advocacy, education, and professional development. Visit for more information.
关于全国律师协会：成立于1925年的全国律师协会是美国最古老、最大的非裔美国律师和法官网络。NBA通过法律倡导、教育和专业发展推动非裔美国社区的利益。更多信息请访问。
National Media Contact:
Minehaha Forman, MBA
Public Relations Consultant
+1 (510) 220-0759
[email protected]
全国媒体联系人：
Minehaha Forman，MBA
公共关系顾问
+1 (510) 220-0759
[email protected]
SOURCE The National Business League
全国商业联盟消息来源