Second Annual Buffalo Black Caucus Event Held Saturday

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — As we approach 5/14, two years later, events are emerging to improve the Buffalo community. One such event is the Buffalo Black Caucus.

“It’s wonderful that we can come together,” said Common Council member Zeneta Everhart, mother of a 5/14 survivor. “It’s an entire community that has been traumatized, but what do we do with that?”

This is the second year for the event hosted by the 5/14 Remembrance Alliance, and Everhart says it’s the answer to the question: “What do we do next?”

Guests were able to watch and participate in panel discussions, keynote addresses and panel discussions covering topics such as homeownership, civic education and economic development.

“For me it’s about rebuilding our community, we have to rebuild the mentality of the village,” Everhart said.