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The Esther Project helps women rebuild with faith and care
Aug 25, 2025

The Esther Project helps women rebuild with faith and care

The Esther Project in Rochester empowers women with housing, life skills, and mentorship, guided by Cheryl Snead’s faith and compassion.

Roc Royal empowers Rochester youth through 585 Dream
Jul 23, 2025

Roc Royal empowers Rochester youth through 585 Dream

After losing her brother to gun violence, Khadija Yawn founded 585 Dream to uplift Rochester youth with creative programs and powerful community events.

Monroe County has equipped more than a dozen county facilities with iPads enabled with the Propio Language Services app to ensure language is not a barrier to essential services. (Photo provided by Monroe County)
Jul 21, 2025

Monroe County expands language access at facilities

Monroe County has installed iPads with interpreter access in over a dozen offices, offering real-time translation in 350+ languages via Propio app.

Angelica Perez Delgado
May 29, 2025

Ibero-American Action League strengthens Latino services

Ibero-American Action League is expanding vital bilingual services, empowering Rochester's Latino community.

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Apr 9, 2025

Constellation Brands overhauls DEI initiatives

Constellation Brands announced this week changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.  

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Feb 14, 2025

Rochester library to host inaugural Black-Owned Business Expo

BIPOC-owned businesses will be featured in a celebration of Black History Month at the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County.

Candice A. Lucas, senior vice president, equity and advocacy, at the Urban League of Rochester. (Photo provided by Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce)
Sep 27, 2024

Rochester Chamber names Colors of Success Leadership Award winner

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce named the winner of the third annual Colors of Success Leadership Award.

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Aug 26, 2024

Exploring Racism Group helps business leaders examine roots of prejudice

Rochester-based Exploring Racism Group (ERG) is a free, year-long program for business leaders and mid-level executives.

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Aug 15, 2024

City of Rochester seeks vendors for Black Business Expo

The city of Rochester and Friends of the Rochester Public Market are looking for vendors to participate in the Black Business Expo.

Corn Hill Navigation, which operates the Riverie (left) and Sam Patch, has rebranded to Rochester By Water. (File photo provided by Corn Hill Navigation)
Jul 31, 2024

Corn Hill Navigation will use grant to develop inclusive accessibility programs

Corn Hill Waterfront and Navigation Foundation has received a $34,000 grant from the Golisano Foundation to enhance inclusive accessibility.

Leadership Rochester Spotlight: Natasha House of RIT
Jul 11, 2024

Leadership Rochester Spotlight: Natasha House of RIT

Leadership Rochester is putting a spotlight on Natasha House, Assistant Director of Diversity Initiatives – Career Services for Rochester Institute of Technology.

Front row: Jessica Lewis, Josie McClary, LaShay Harris, Rose Bonnick, Cherri Hawkins, Simeon Banister, Mayor Malik Evans. Backrow: Monroe County Executive Adam Bello, Rashaad Parker, Tony Jordan, Nakia Washington, Gwen Lee. (Photo provided by La Lew Public Relations)
May 17, 2024

Juneteenth Festival marks 60 years in Rochester’s fight for justice

In Rochester, the annual Juneteenth Festival is a time for reflection on the community's past struggles and a call to action for a better, more equitable future.