(ULYP-GP "Day at the Mount" Community Service Back to School Supply Campaign 2009)

Our vision for The New ULYP! champions professional development for our members and philanthropic investment in the ULGP and in the community at large. Our volunteer organization creates civic engagement, community service, professional development and social networking opportunities and programming where they otherwise would not exist. ULYP-GP Members are the quintessential leaders of our generation and for our region’s thriving future.

“ULYP has a strong history of being committed to improving the quality of life in our communities and we are very proud of that. The 'New ULYP", will continue to work towards that objective while increasing our presence in the community and diligently improving upon our efforts to develop and grow our members. The goal is to help to nurture committed young professionals and deposit positive resources and people back into the communities that need them the most!” Sabrina Saunders, President

“ULYP is redefining what it means to be 'young' and 'black' in this city.  ULYP is truly committed to "changing the complexion of Pittsburgh.” Shauna Brown, Treasurer

“The New ULYP is about a celebrating and exposing the accomplishments of our community. We are proactive in finding avenues to develop ourselves and others.” Frances Taggart, Corresponding Secretary

“The New ULYP seeks to do more than have social gatherings and mixers. We are committed to growing as individuals so that we can help empower our communities and change lives.”  Derrick Tillman, Membership

“The New ULYP is the young African Americans coming together to help make a difference in our community.” Sean Farr, Community Service

“The New ULYP will be as great or disappointing as we, yes you too, allow it to be.”  Rod Nixion, Civic Engagement