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RocAGVC

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The ROC Against Gun Violence Coalition seeks to end gun violence in Rochester by bringing attention to the causes and effects of gun violence.

 Rochester,NY
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Joined August 2018
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Join us today at noon. Share and fill out survey if you live in Monroe County redcap.monroecounty.gov/redc…
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Just finished on WDKX talking about this Saturday’s Data for Peace Forum. We’re building a community‑driven Gun Violence Data Hub — and your voice is the key. Join us at noon at Arnett Library. #ROCAgainstGunViolence #DataForPeace @1039WDKX youtu.be/qTGFI1wZeb8?is=HU3y…
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Keep smiling 😁
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Rochester, your voice matters. Join us at the Data for Peace Forum to help shape a community‑driven Gun Violence Data Hub. Come out, spread the word, and fill out the survey. Real change starts with us. #ROCAgainstGunViolence #DataForPeace #YourVoiceMatters #ThinkAboutIt
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RAGVC August Meeting Recap Leadership updates, data forum planning, teen takeover prevention, and community response strategies—all focused on building a safer Rochester. Stay engaged and stay informed. youtube.com/live/UhNPsysmhqk…
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Thank you, Rochester. Tonight’s prayer gathering was powerful. Many stepped up to help build a Community God Plan to heal our city and confront violence. Thank you WDKX. We’re better than this — and RAGVC keeps the work going. #RochesterNY #CommunityPrayer #RAGVC #StopTheViolence
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Free haircuts. Free toys. Music. Food. Community. Join us for Cuts for Peace — where Rochester comes together for our youth. 📅 July 6 • 4–7 PM 📍 Andre’s Barbershop #CutsForPeace #RochesterNY #YouthSupport #CommunityEvent #UPBCA
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Truly honored and excited to graduate with the First CSC Cohort today! Grateful for Bishop Norwood’s leadership and Pastor Monrose’s visionary work to end gun violence through a clergy lens. Ready for the work ahead. #CSCGraduation #ClergyForSafeCities #GunViolencePrevention
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Rochester released its 2nd Gun Trace Data Report today with Mayor Malik Evans — real transparency + accountability in action. Coverage: rochesterfirst.com/local-pol… Video: youtu.be/SJM2iit3Uzs?si=mpdW… #RochesterNY #ROCAgainstGunViolence #DataMatters #PublicSafety
Report: 66% of ‘crime guns’ in Rochester came from outside NYS

Report: 66% of ‘crime guns’ in Rochester came from outside NYS

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The City of Rochester is sharing its findings from the new Brady Gun Trace Data Report According to Mayor Evans, the new report shows that the pipeline flowing into the Cit…

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Historic drop in shootings. Lives saved. Hope rising. Thank you to all our ROC Against Gun Violence partners, especially those on the front lines every day. You are part of the solution — and we see you. #EndGunViolence #ROCStrong #CommunityWork
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RAGVC Coalition met virtually on May 4th to share updates from OVP, RPD, CIS, AMR, and Dr. Saini, followed by a chairman’s update, Q&A, and next steps. Next meeting: May 18th at 6 PM. Livestream on Prayer House C.O.G.B.F. YouTube. youtube.com/live/psXQ4rP7i-Y…
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Grateful for the progress in reducing gun violence. In my 8 years on Council, I worked with many partners to educate, eradicate, and advocate for safer neighborhoods. Proud to continue the mission of RAGVC. Hats off to all doing the work. Keep the faith. — Pastor Willie Lightfoot
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Faith In The Field: Moving From Thoughts and Prayers eventbrite.com/e/atlanta-ga-…
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Session 4 - Fellowship. Thanks to all our guest presenters as we looked at identifying and pursuing funding. ➢ Individual donor giving - HuiWon Choi ➢ Approaching foundations - Alex Strzempko ➢ Government funds - Marcia Decaille ➢ Grant Writing Tips - Mary Sternbach
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This first national cohort is extraordinary. Faith-filled leaders working together to reduce gun violence and heal our communities. Proud to be part of this movement. #ClergyForSafeCities #FaithLeads #StopTheViolence #PeaceBuilders #GunViolencePrevention #StrongerTogether
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National Quarterly Forum: Creating a Legacy of Public Safety in Urban Cities* on Monday, February 23rd 2PM-3PM EST with @BrooklynDA You can register us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi… to get into the meeting room.
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For Black History Month, I’m spotlighting a core part of Black identity: our hair. New Creations Unisex Shop on Jefferson Ave has spent 23 years uplifting the community, one cut at a time. rochesterfirst.com/hidden-hi…
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You Got This 🫶🏾💪🏾
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Powerful RAGVC January Monthly Meeting today. Grateful for every partner committed to reducing gun violence and protecting our community. Watch the meeting: youtube.com/live/iO4YWE1BhdA… #RAGVC #ROCStrong #StopTheViolence #CommunitySafety
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“Keep going. Keep winning. Stay focused. 👁️God put a strength in you that no challenge can break.” #StayEncouraged #KeepWinning #StayFocused #FaithForward #PurposeDriven
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