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Rebuilding the Village

We invite you to reflect on your place in this village. Whether you're a parent, a professional, a student, or a senior, you have a role. By exploring both the hurdles and the heroes of community building, we aim to reclaim a heritage of resilience that can light the way forward.

Black Business Ownership and the American Dream: Another Inequitable Path to Economic Mobility

By Dr. Lomax Campbell | June 18, 2024

There are common business challenges, and there are Black business challenges. This article examines keys to success for both.

Pain is Only Part of the Black Story

By Rob Bell | June 18, 2024

Rochester is my home, and I’m committed to telling the whole story of Black people in this city. I challenge every storyteller and those in charge of the stories to do the same.

Black Rochester: Violence, Trauma, and Redemption

By Irshad Altheimer | June 18, 2024

As we evaluate new efforts to reduce violence, not everything will work, but a spirit of innovation is required to accomplish the improvement we desire.