Legacy of Frederica Wilson honored, from 5,000 Role Models to Commission on Black Men and Boys
The event celebrated Wilson’s mentoring work and her efforts to build a lasting legacy for Black men and boys.

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The event celebrated Wilson’s mentoring work and her efforts to build a lasting legacy for Black men and boys.

A Congressional Black Caucus Foundation event honored Representative Frederica Wilson’s 5,000 Role Models project and work on a commission focused on Black men and boys. Wilson said she plans to keep working to preserve the programs’ legacy as she nears the end of her final term in Congress.
Florida representative honored for launching the 5,000 Role Models project and advancing the commission’s work.
Georgia representative who praised Wilson’s work; the article uses the name Hank Johnson, while the roster lists Henry Johnson.
Georgia representative and commission member who said she expected Wilson’s legacy to endure.
President whose administration Wilson said had targeted diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and scrutinized the commission.
Democratic primary winner to succeed Wilson, endorsed by her, who praised her legacy at the event.
Secretary of State and former senator whom Wilson identified as the commission’s Senate sponsor.
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Georgia representative and commission member who said she expected Wilson’s legacy to endure.
President whose administration Wilson said had targeted diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and scrutinized the commission.
Democratic primary winner to succeed Wilson, endorsed by her, who praised her legacy at the event.
Secretary of State and former senator whom Wilson identified as the commission’s Senate sponsor.
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