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Leading System Change

RocACTS believes building healthy communities requires the involvement of grassroots leaders who are directly impacted by issues and policies.  The organization believes that faith institutions are critical stakeholders who inherently have power in the community.  By engaging clergy, congregational members, residents, and allies in an intentional process of community organizing, RocACTS has demonstrated that change can happen.

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Police Accountability

Community Oversight for Transparency and Justice

Our advocacy for the Police Accountability Board ensures that community voices play a central role in overseeing law enforcement practices. Rooted in equity and transparency, it provides an independent review of complaints, promotes fair accountability, and works to build trust between residents and police. Through advocacy and community engagement, this effort advances policies and practices that uphold justice, safety, and dignity for all.

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Voter Registration & Education

Power of Voice

RocACTS Voter Registration and Education focuses on empowering community members with the tools and knowledge needed to participate in the democratic process. Through outreach, education, and support, this work ensures individuals understand their voting rights, registration options, and key election information—helping to increase civic engagement and strengthen community voice.

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RocACTS & RCSD REAL Team

Professional Learning Sub-Committee

The Rochester City School District (RCSD) Racial Equity Advocacy Leadership (R.E.A.L.) Team is a community-driven initiative established in 2017 comprised of three sub-committees: Human Resource, Relationship Building, and the Professional Learning. The R.E.A.L. Vision Statement is that the RCSD will be a throughly anti-racist institution that ensures equitable opportunities for all. The Professional Learning Sub-committee's mission is to work toward ensuring that all RCSD educators will demonstrate fundamental understanding and commitment to valuing the importance of race and class consciousness.​

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Daniel's Law

Advancing Safe, Community-Based Crisis Response

At RocACTS, we advocate for Daniel’s Law as a critical step toward building a safer, more compassionate response to mental health crises. Rooted in community voice and lived experience, this policy calls for trained mental health professionals and peer responders to lead crisis response—ensuring care, not criminalization. By shifting away from police-led interventions, we are working to reduce harm, increase access to support, and create systems that truly reflect the needs and dignity of our community.

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Police Accountability

Community Oversight for Transparency and Justice

Our advocacy for the Police Accountability Board ensures that community voices play a central role in overseeing law enforcement practices. Rooted in equity and transparency, it provides an independent review of complaints, promotes fair accountability, and works to build trust between residents and police. Through advocacy and community engagement, this effort advances policies and practices that uphold justice, safety, and dignity for all.

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Get in Touch

121 N Fitzhugh Street, Rochester, NY 14617

Phone: 585-360-2085 | Email: info@rochesteracts.org

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