Everhart is also a Council Woman for the Masten District of Buffalo. She champions reading for young Black minds because of how it can unlock opportunities and potential.
Zeneta & Zaire’s Book Club is dedicated to teaching children about diversity and inclusion through the power of books and education. By collecting and distributing books that focus on these themes, they show Black children that they can be main characters – in books, life, careers and our communities.
“I want children to see themselves as doctors, lawyers, judges, astronauts, Presidents, architects, engineers, teachers and more,” Everhart said. “I want them to understand that no matter their circumstance they can achieve anything. I also want them to see examples of love, healthy interactions, and the love of family in books. Children need examples of greatness, success, hard times, triumphs, love and joy. And the best place to get that if it is not right in front of you is in a book.”
Zeneta & Zaire believe that putting books about legendary African Americans who have been trailblazers in history in the hands of children of all races and identities will open a window to the diversity that exists within our world. In addition to partnering with story hour, children will receive a copy of Bills cornerback Ja’Marcus Ingram’s book, ‘The Lil Player that Could.’
“Ja’Marcus is such a gift to our community,” Everhart said. “The players are not just players, they’re people too who live in the real world. They understand the need to have them as a part of the community that they play for. To be able to partner with the Bills on this initiative that promotes diversity and acceptance has been amazing. They help on so many different initiatives in the community including food access, youth programming, sports programming, the arts and so many others.”
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