Arva Rice is President and CEO, New York Urban League, advocate for women and girl issues, proud Harlemite, and even prouder Auntie.
Joined March 2011
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Jan 23
We're investing in our small businesses right here in NYC! Proud to work with Arva Rice and the New York Urban League to boost our local workforce and economy.
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Jan 18
.@CherylWillsNY1 is joined by @SenatorParker and @arvarice to celebrate and honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and discuss how his work has impacted them.
Watch the full "In Focus" here: specne.ws/rxykkM
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Black people have been subject to derogatory imagery since we set foot on American soil These images have served to further negative stereotypes & unfortunately that is case w. @TenantsFirstNYC post We urge U to remove this pist w its criminal association & issue an apology.
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Arva Rice retweeted
14 May 2025
🚨 Big news for NYC democracy! 🚨
The NYC Commission to Strengthen Local Democracy is reviewing the City Charter to enhance accountability, transparency & public confidence in our government. 🏙️🗳️
Learn more & get involved!
#NYCDemocracy #charterreview
@QnsBPRichards @bronxbp
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We were honored to host you today @NYUrbanLeague @nyulyp
11 Jun 2024
Proud to tour the Center for Black Excellence this morning with @NYUrbanLeague and the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce. This site will be the home of their new headquarters, where they will continue their critical work of advancing justice and equity for all.
ALT Speaker Adams being led on a tour of a building by another woman
ALT Speaker Adams siting at a table smiling
ALT Speaker Adams touring a building with a group. They are all looking up at the ceiling
ALT Speaker Adams siting at a table with others having a discussion
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Thank you @nycitycouncil for supporting CCRB’s $15M request in added funding. As civilian complaints rise, we need an adequate budget to serve NYC. Chronically underfunded CCRB is a key component of public safety & budget should reflect that @CCRB_NYC @NYCSpeakerAdams
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Arva Rice retweeted
23 Feb 2024
Thank you to New York Urban League President & CEO @arvarice for joining us as keynote speaker at today’s Black History Month Celebration, sponsored by @CharterGov!
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Today, I had the incredible privilege of being part of a historic celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
Harlem Heritage Marker unveiled at March on Washington headquarters - CBS New York - goo.gl/alerts/mU3CPG
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Arva Rice retweeted
29 Jun 2023
🚨 BREAKING: The Supreme Court has ruled to end affirmative action in college admissions.
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We've got our copy. Where's yours? #LeadingWithin @ASCD @mriceboothe
#blackedu #Diversity #DiversityandInclusion @txascd
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Arva Rice retweeted
8 May 2023
“In Illinois, we don’t hide from the truth, we embrace it and lead with it,” the governor said. “Banning books is a devastating attempt to erase our history and the authentic stories of many.” More of this #MondayMotivation energy, please!! politi.co/3NH2x1L via @politico
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If you live by the cheers, you will die by the boos. Pastor Mike quoting T.I. @FCBCNYC @MikeWalrond
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Arva Rice retweeted
25 Apr 2023
This conversation was everything! Thank you @nancybgutierrez @TauheedahBaker for sharing your experiences and bringing #leadingwithin to life. And to sister MC @arvarice - you’re the best! My heart is full 💕.
25 Apr 2023
What an amazing & life-giving discussion yesterday with @mriceboothe & @nancybgutierrez! TY ladies for the space & opportunity to engage with you in dialogue. & an extra TY to, Mary, for telling our narratives, giving us voice, & prompting this needed discussion in scholarship!
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Arva Rice retweeted
20 Apr 2023
Thank you @NYCARIBNEWS for highlighting #LeadingWithin Systems of Inequity in Education: A Liberation Guide for Leaders Of Color Book Launch at @SchomburgCenter nycaribnews.com/2023/04/lead…
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Arva Rice retweeted
17 Apr 2023
Arva has dedicated herself to creating pathways to success for young people, primarily girls & women of color. We spoke with her to learn more about leadership from the perspective of a CEO running a philanthropic business & about the woman behind it all. bit.ly/arvaHA
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