ROC Community Table

Since November 8, 2024, the Urban League of Rochester has convened the ROC Community Table, a nonpartisan civic engagement initiative designed to strengthen democratic participation, elevate community voice in policymaking, and improve public accountability across Monroe County.

The ROC Community Table was created in response to federal policy changes impacting education, healthcare, immigration, public safety, environmental justice, LGBTQ+ rights, women’s rights, Native sovereignty, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. This initiative provides a structured civic space where residents can review policy impacts, engage directly with public officials, and organize informed civic participation.

The ROC Community Table advances civic participation through four integrated strategies:

1. Review Policy Impacts
   Identify and evaluate the negative effects of new policies on impacted communities, particularly those facing discrimination or systemic barriers.

2. Resist Unjust Policies
   Mobilize the community through education on policy changes and their implications, while developing strategic advocacy campaigns to mitigate harm.

3. Repair Harm
   Advocate for reparations and systemic reforms to address inequities exacerbated by existing and new policies, ensuring historically marginalized communities receive the support they deserve.

4. Rebuild and Create
   Strengthen existing relationships, policies, programs, and services while fostering new ones to sustain equity across Monroe County.

Join Us!
The ROC Community Table meets most Fridays from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Together, we can build a more just and inclusive community.

Contact mndoole@ulr.org for more information.

Contact

For more information about Equity and Advocacy programs, please contact Sr. Vice President, Dr. Candice Lucas at clucas@ulr.org.