A year and a half ago, Black Men Organizing, led by Pastor Walter Lainer, aimed to address the challenges facing African Americans in Milwaukee across community building, youth and education, Black wealth and economics, and health and wellness.
On Oct. 25, the group met at the Wisconsin Black Historical Society to discuss their accomplishments and to hear from Shawn Dove, who led the Campaign for Black Male Achievement for a decade. This initiative is one of the largest national movements focused on improving the life outcomes of Black men and boys.
The meeting set a positive tone and reinforced to the men that their work is important and impactful.