On February 11, 1971, Whitney M. Young, Jr. passed away suddenly while in Nigeria. He served as Executive Director of the National Urban League from 1961 until his untimely death. A visionary leader, Young worked tirelessly to bridge the racial divide in America, combining the principles of social work with civil rights activism. Under his leadership, the Urban League expanded its role from job placement to a broader advocate for social justice and economic empowerment.
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