WHO WE ARE

The Young Black Professionals Coalition (YBPC) is a non-profit organization based in Akron, Ohio. We are composed of young professionals who seek to provide the community with tools to enhance wellness through workshops, social activities, and continuous education.

WHAT WE DO

The Young Black Professionals Coalition hosts multiple events focused on networking and fundraising in the city of Akron.  These events include, but are not limited to: “I Know I Can” Back to School Drive, “Strikes 4 Hunger” Charity Bowling Outing, 4th of July Charity Kickball Tournament, Christmas toy drives, and Hashtag Lunchbag Akron. In addition, YBPC hosts several networking events and professional developments throughout the year in collaboration with other organizations throughout Akron. ​

WHY IT MATTERS

Our focus is to promote the personal, professional, and social development of our youth, by providing the necessary tools to become positive and active citizens within the community. We also aim to enhance the development of our members by providing a place to network with other ambitious young professionals. ​

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

YBPC programs are focused on, but not limited to community, leadership, service and networking. YBPC and its members play a major role in the development of young African-American males and females through mentoring, workshops, seminars and professional development clinics.  Such workshops/seminars are be geared towards improving communication skills (oral & written), leadership skills, professionalism and networking, amongst others.  Related programs focus on the wellness (spiritual, mental, social, and physical, etc.) of young professionals in the community.  

YBPC CORE VALUES

The Young Black Professionals Coalition embodies a set of 10 Core Values when administering programs and activities.
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These 10 Core Values include:
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COMMITMENT 
COMMUNICATION
FAITH
FAMILY & FRIENDSHIP
GROWTH 
MAKING A DIFFERENCE 
PURPOSE
RESPECT
TRUST
VISION

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