Young Professionals
It's giving... Activism & Service
The Austin Area Urban League Young Professionals (AAULYP) group is an auxiliary of the Austin Area Urban League 501c(3). We exist to empower young professionals between the ages of 21-40 to make a difference in the Greater Austin area through community activism and membership development.
AAULYP’s purpose is to build a positive synergy throughout the Austin community that will advance activism in this new age. Our mission is to support our Austin Area Urban League affiliate through humanitarianism and philanthropy by “Partying With A Purpose.” In the past decade, the AAULYPs have engaged in programming supporting small businesses, youth development, and homelessness.
It's the Mission for us
We are advocates for the amazing work of the Austin Area Urban League, and we are committed to carrying on its legacy of empowering residents in the Greater Austin Area and changing lives. AAULYP is devoted to community engagement, professional development, fund-raising, and supporting historically underrepresented businesses. We also provide the resources for both dynamic dialogue and innovative programming focused on addressing economic and social marginalization. Our mission is to foster a community of young professionals dedicated to uplifting underrepresented voices and cultivating safe spaces for growth and professional development through economic and civic programming. We support our Austin Area Urban League affiliate through our volunteerism, humanitarianism, philanthropy, and membership development, which includes:
- Advocacy & Community Engagement
- Personal Wellness & Professional Development
- Mentorship Programming (Internal & External)
- Financial Empowerment & Literacy
- Leadership Opportunities and Networking
Our Platform
AAUL Advocacy effectively encompasses a broad range of activities including research, budget, legislative and policy analysis, community organizing & mobilizing, communication (in all forms), and civic engagement & education
Give Back
Surplus of community service-volunteer opportunities with other passionate young professionals not only in Austin but on a national scale.
Party with a purpose
Social Events in Austin curated to serve you, our community, and most importantly we "Party with a Purpose"
Get connected
Tap in with over 175+ community partners at one of our many Professional Networking Opportunities
Grow & Elevate
Actionable resources for Personal Wellness & Professional Development
Our Board Members
Ashanti Sears - President
Mission Statement: Our mission is to foster a community of young professionals dedicated to uplifting underrepresented voices and cultivating safe spaces for growth and professional development through economic and civic programming.
Personal Statement: We want to plug young professionals in to where they want to be. Whatever you are passionate about, let us help you grow in that space and connect you to people who can help you get there.
Main points: Economically Empower, Civically Engage, Build Community and Culture, Become Your Highest Self, Shape the System.
Lakeria Staples-Wilcox - Economic Empowerment Chair
Committee’s Mission: To promote the economic stability and advancement and professional and personal development of our members.
What We Do: Offer Workshops, Share Employment & Business Opportunities; Partner with Industry Experts.
Goal: To ensure members are skilled, employed, professionally astute, finally literate, have a solid foundation of financial security to create generational wealth.
Gabriella Zeidan - Advocacy Chair
Committee’s Mission: To empower young professionals for a just and inclusive future. By doing this, we can break down barriers and build a more equitable world.
Empowerment and Equity Initiatives:
- Voting Rights
- Women’s Rights
- Education Injustices
- Identity Empowerment
WHERE SHOULD YOU START? GET PLUGGED IN TO BECOME A MEMBER!
- $75/annual membership fee
- Includes exclusive events, products, partner opportunities, and more!
