This site is a branch of Indivisible Outreach, operating as an independent clearinghouse for all related groups in Monroe, Orleans, Genesee, Livingston, Ontario and Wayne counties.
LIST OF GROUPS ACTIVE IN THE ROCHESTER REGION
There is a description of each and their purpose. If there is an active social media link, it is displayed and active. Just click. Note: some groups use sites that are private, and require joining before full access.
Elders and Allies
We are a diverse group of mainly older racial/social justice advocates. Our values and guiding principles include relationship and coalition building; racial and social justice for all; nonviolent discourse and action; and personal commitment to create safe, brave spaces for all. Elders and Allies also supports the boycotts of Home Depot, Target and Amazon.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
Contact us via Beverly Brown at:
Or Steve Jarose at:
Or Call 585-355-5518
ENLACENY- CONNECTING COMMUNITIES
OUR MISSION: To promote justice, dignity and equity for migrants and farmworkers through advocacy, education, outreach and direct services. We empower our communities to achieve self-sufficiency by fostering collaboration among partners.
Contact us at:
FINGER LAKES MAKERS COLLECTIVE
We seek to bring people together who wish to use their creative talents to usher in a new vision for the future built around social justice and human rights. Our focus is on designing creative protest elements, from puppets to street theater, artistic bannering, caravans and other eye catching visual displays we can share at actions across the Finger Lakes Region.
GENESEE VALLEY INDIVISIBLE
Exremism and attempts to undermine our democracy are on the rise. Genesee Valley Indivisible strives to shine a light on the dangers of this extremism by holding our elected represetatives, government and institutions accountable. We want a pro-democracy coalition that advances just policies that address the needs of ordinary Americans. We are local volunteers, many of whom are your friends and neighbors. We welcome everyone who is concerned about threats to our democracy and is interested in taking action to defend the U. S. Constitution and the rule of law.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
GRCC Faith in Action Network
We seek to be:
Responsive to our times
Progressive in our calls to action.
Inclusive as a partner to our area's diverse communities of world faiths, ethnicities, justice organizations, and service opportunities.
GRIT Greater Rochester Integrity and Truth
Our grassroots group connects like minded people in the Greater Rochester community who want to work with others to protect our democracy on the local, state and national levels. We are everyday people from all backgrounds, of all ages and all persuasions. Our Mission is to Support Community, Seek Knowledge, and take action.
HENRIETTA NEIGHBORS FOR DEMOCRACY
This groups purpose is to create community among neighbors in Henrietta who support democracy, the Constitution, the rule of law, and due process, and to promote these ideals in our community. Please connect with us on Facebook.
Indivisible Outreach
Based on the east side of Monroe County, Indivisible Outreach is a grassroots organization that is raising awareness and acting to Save Democracy, Fight Fascism and Protect Civil Rights. We do this by creating opportunities for each individual to use their skills to contribute to our common goals. Learn how you can join the movement at indivisibleoutreach.com.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
Indivisible Rochester
Indivisible Rochester is a group of everyday citizens who work to hold local, state, and national elected officials accountable for creating fair and democratic communities. Founded in 2016, Indivisible Rochester engages in strategic partnership to organize nonviolent mass protest, mobilize citizen contact with officials, and to support forward-thinking policies and political campaigns. In the region called home by abolitionist Frederick Douglass and women’s suffragist Susan B. Anthony, we work in a spirit of inclusion, clarity and courage.
INDIVISIBLE WESTSIDE MONROE COUNTY
We of Westside Monroe County Indivisible New York, are committed to do the following:
ACT to preserve and promote Liberty and Justice for All.
ACT to resist the erosion or removal of our Civil and Human Rights under the Constitution of the United States of America.
ACT to protect and assist those whose rights, freedoms, and lives are threatened in any way.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
KNOWLEDGE AND ACTION ROCHESTER
Knowledge and Action Rochester is a community group focused on bringing people together to learn about the current federal administration and its impact on our community and to actively oppose the harm. We build community, provide mutual support, organize rallies and events to spread the word, and partner with other like-minded groups in defending the spirit of our Constitution, our democratic republic, and opposing tyranny. We hold in-person meetings to share information; hear from local activists, experts, and elected officials; and discuss strategies for opposition.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
Ontario County Democrats
Local Democratic Committees send their representatives to the Ontario County Democratic Committee; as a group, we represent the interests, issues and individuals that together make up the Democratic Party in the communities of our county. We support a government that works for you. We work towards the common good. We support truth and the rule of law. We help local Democrats get elected.
Our Voices, Our Power
Healthcare, food, stability- we collect stories on the impact of Federal cuts in the Finger Lakes/WNY region. Cuts from the government to essential programs will hit families across New York hard. These changes mean higher out-of-pocket costs, added strain to hospitals, nursing homes and community resources, and a weakening of our local economy. Our group is ready to capture your stories on video and in writing.
Metro Justice
We seek a better, more just world, free of economic, racial and social injustice. We know that the way to move closer to this world is through an organized, collective struggle for justice. Our internal committees either tackle campaigns for specific social justice or help keep Metro Justice running. Our task forces are external organizations functioning under the Metro Justice umbrella.
The New York Immigration Coalition
We are an umbrella is an umbrella policy and advocacy organization that represents over 200 immigrant and refugee rights groups throughout New York. Since it's founding in 1987, the NYIC has evolved into a powerful voice of advocacy by spearheading innovative policies and mobilizing member groups to respondto the fluctuating needs of of immigrant communities.
People's Action
"Change Through Activism". We are an independent grassroots coalition in the greater Monroe County area with the goal of bringing about positive and peaceful change through street actions, social media campaigns and legislative reforms.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
PROTEST.ART
Do you have a gathering, protest, demonstration, or rally coming up? Are you unsure where to acquire signs, or what to write on them? For free, we'll create signs, flyers, banners from recycled/existing materials with your message and relevant imagery to make a statement. Protest Art stands for humanity, civil rights, positive stewardship of nature, fighting fascism, freeing all oppressed peoples, and ending imperial occupation everywhere. We are building a community of crafters, artists and action takers. Together, we'll paint the tomorrow we deserve.
ROCHESTER THIRD ACT ELDERS
The organization specifically mobilizes Americans over the age of 60 to use their collective influence and resources to address the climate crisis and protect democratic institutions. Since its founding, Third Act has rapidly grown, organizing workshops, voter registration drives, and large scale protests, such as its first major nationwide demonstration in March 2023.
ROCITIZEN
ROCitizen is a grassroots organization committed to building a healthy, sustainable and just community. We support candidates who share our vision for a more equitable Rochester, and work to strengthen awareness for policies and programs that would benefit all. Please let us know if you are interested in coming to ROCitizen meeting or becoming a member.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
ROCDSA
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is the largest socialist organization in the United States. DSA believes that working people should run both the economy and society democratically to meet human needs, not make profits for a few. We are a political and activist organization with the goal of becoming an independent mass socialist party. Through campus and community based chapters, DSA members use a variety of tactics, from legislative to direct action, to fight for reforms that empower working people.
Third Act Upstate New York
At Third Act, we are a dedicated group of organizers, strategists and communication professionals working together to build a powerful elder-led movement for climate action and democracy protection. Third Act is a non-profit social welfare organization that engages in public education, legislative advocacy, and limited electoral activity to support people-powered change.
Veterans for Peace- Rochester Chapter 23
We, as military veterans, do hereby affirm our greater responsibility to serve the cause of world peace. To this end we will work with other both nationally and internationally to increase public awareness of the causes and costs of war, to restrain our governments from intervening, overtly and covertly, in the internal affairs of other nations, to resist racism and repression in our home communities, to oppse the militarization of our law enforcement, to end the arms race, to seek justice for veterans and the victims of war, to abolish war as an instrument of national policy, and to promote a sustainable and peaceful world.
(MEMBER OF GRAND)
Visibility Brigade
We believe that people need "social proof" to inform them how best to respond to this crisis, and we deliver inspiration weekly with new messages commenting on the issues of our time. Our goal is to remind our neighbors of our nation's emergency and to suggest simple actions they can take and encourage support of pro-democratic state and national political candidates. On overpasses, we literally stand over our messages, waving at passing cars, reminding everyday people that they are not alone in these unprecedented times. Please see our Greater Rochester Visibility Brigade Questionnaire.
Vocal Rochester
VOCAL-NY's Rochester chapter is dedicated to the following (but not limited to): Ending the homelessness crisis and housing insecurity, Ending the war on drugs and overdose crisis, Ending HIV/AIDS and elimination of Hepatitis-C. Ending mass incarceration and holding all forms and holding all forms of law enforcement accountable.
We Dissent- Canadaigua Coalition*
Stemming off from the recent We Dissent protests in Canadaigua, this group is for those that want to keep informed on future events, share local resources and info, and continue the conversation with other dissidents in our community.
WNY Good Troublemakers
WNY Good Trouble Makers are dedicated to safeguarding democracy and true civil liberty. We're eager to drive impactful change, particularly in underserved rural areas across Western New York. We have regular virtual meetings and periodic in-person meetings in Wayne County. Together, we can amplify our voices and enact the transformative progress our communities urgently need.
Workers Assembly
We are a Rochester, N.Y. based group of labor leaders, members and activists who have dedicated ourselves to building a fighting and class conscious Labor Movement. We find ourselves in a challenging and important moment that requires us to reconnect to the historic conditions within our movement that have fought for both economic and social justice for the entire working class. If you are interested in working with us, let us know.
