BengalNews Reporters
Buffalo
New Generations, an organization that promotes positivity for the city’s youth,
recently held an event that showcased the talent of young designers and
performers on May 4.
The
second annual Stop the Violence Fashion Show took place at Holy Cross Church on
345 Seventh St. and benefited a local mentoring program for children and young
adults called Youth with a Purpose. Proceeds from the event went towards their after
school activities at the church.
“They
don’t have funding,” said Grace Modi, one of the event organizers. “They don’t
have anybody that’s keeping them open. So we want everybody to come recognize
this place and help the community.”
Buffalo
New Generations started last August by young adults looking to spread awareness
about the city’s talented youth.
“The
reason we started it was because as you can see we have many talented people in
Buffalo that nobody’s taking the time to recognize,” Modi said.
The
show featured eight young Buffalo designers. Nearly 30 models and a host of dancers, singers and
rappers also participated.
Kayla
Bell, who helps run Buffalo New Generations, said there will be another show
later this year for young people to participate in. The organization welcomes youth who want to help build a
positive environment in the city.
