Our Mission
Roc.SRJ is a Rochester-based collective fighting for sexual and reproductive justice through community connection, education, and advocacy.
We believe everyone deserves the freedom, knowledge, and resources to make decisions about their own bodies and futures. We connect people across Monroe County to the support they need, challenge inequity, and work to build a more just, informed, and empowered community.
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Education is Power
We gather and analyze data to identify disparities in sexual and reproductive health outcomes across Rochester neighborhoods. We then turn that into workshops so our community understands how to become their own advocate.
02
Community Action
Mobilizing local residents and organizations to advocate for reproductive justice through education and civic engagement.
03
Policy Advocacy
Advancing systematic changes that ensure equitable access to health resources and reproductive autonomy for all New Yorkers.
Current political landscapes threaten the core of our identities and the autonomy of our bodies. We are witnessing a systemic push to enact legislation that erases marginalized histories and policies that ignore our fundamental needs—from healthcare access to family values. In many ways, institutional power seeks to undermine the survival of those most excluded from our social safety nets. We refuse to be silenced or rendered invisible. To secure our future, we must prioritize collective resistance.
Our Path Forward:
* Cultivate deep knowledge within our networks to sharpen our critical analysis.
* Establish collaborative hubs for learning about legislative action and public policy.
* Strengthen our community bonds through consistent, inclusive engagement.
Building power begins with the refusal to be erased by the systems meant to serve us.
Resource Highlights
The Right to Not Procreate
Easy-to-understand details on your right to not have children, including local and national laws, policies, and various accessible support options.
Bodily Autonomy Center
Connect to our hub for bodily autonomy and freedom from oppression. Access vital education, advocacy tools, and direct ways to take action today.
Advocacy & Engagement Toolkits
We provide strategic resources for advocates working to dismantle systemic barriers to healthcare equity and promote justice for all communities.
Latest Updates
Upcoming Community Engagements
Join the Rochester SRJ Task Force for workshops, community dialogues, and town halls focused on reproductive justice. We provide evidence-based resources and platforms for advocacy.
Fund-a-Thon Bingo Registration Join us on May 30th from 7-8:30 pm at Boulder Cafe for a fun and educational night of Bingo Trivia! We will also have a silent auction with some AMAZING prizes! The event is free to attend, however, we are suggesting a $10 donation at the door (cash or Venmo). We encourage everyone to support our lovely hosts and buy some yummy drinks and snacks at Boulder- plan to arrive at 6:30 as Bingo starts at 7! Help us reach our goal of $2000 to support abortion seekers living and traveling to New York! To see more information, check out our fundraising page: fund.nnaf.org/rocsrj2026 The New York Abortion Access Fund (NYAAF) provides financial support to anyone living in or traveling to New York who needs help paying for their abortion. Since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022, NYAAF has seen an unprecedented increase in demand for support, helping over 10,000 abortion seekers from 43 U.S. states and territories and 26 countries get the care they need and deserve. While New York is much more “abortion-friendly” than other states, many barriers still exist here. These especially impact young people, Black folks, Indigenous peoples, other People of Color, immigrants, LGBTQ+ folks, disabled people, the working class, and people at the intersection of these (and other) marginalized identities and experiences. NYAAF directly fills the gaps created by these barriers, and has made abortion access a reality for thousands of callers in New York and across the country. Note: Bingo and the Silent Auction will be accessible using a phone, tablet, or laptop. Have your devices charged and ready!
Get Involved
We empower Rochester with research, resources, and tools for justice. Whether you’re looking to get involved in our task force, collaborate on community efforts, or have questions about our work, we’re here to connect. Roc.SRJ is built on relationships—we believe change happens when we come together, share knowledge, and take action. Reach out, plug in, and build with us.
Email Us
roc.srj@gmail.com
Location
Rochester, NY