RocAGVC

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

[UPBCA @UPBCA_ROC]

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

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

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

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

Rochester released its 2nd Gun Trace Data Report today with Mayor Malik Evans — real transparency + accountability in action.

Coverage: https://t.co/Bs44OpAShv
Video: https://t.co/khHohNb5dY

#RochesterNY #ROCAgainstGunViolence #DataMatters #PublicSafety

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

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

[RocAGVC @rocagvc]

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. https://t.co/hrzh0eo035

[RocAGVC @rocagvc]

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

[Dr. Gil Monrose 🇻🇮🇱🇨 @pastormonrose]

Faith In The Field: Moving From Thoughts and Prayers

https://t.co/M4eJzsSNIs

[Clergy For Safe Cities @clergy4safecity]

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

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

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

[Dr. Gil Monrose 🇻🇮🇱🇨 @pastormonrose]

National Quarterly Forum: Creating a Legacy of Public Safety in Urban Cities* on Monday, February 23rd 2PM-3PM EST with @BrooklynDA

You can register https://t.co/7se6NtnhAm
to get into the meeting room.

[Leah Mallory @LeahMallorytv]

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.

https://t.co/l5zj5pv7zL

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

You Got This 🫶🏾💪🏾

[RocAGVC @rocagvc]

Powerful RAGVC January Monthly Meeting today. Grateful for every partner committed to reducing gun violence and protecting our community.

Watch the meeting: https://t.co/Xi4ICvbFiF

#RAGVC #ROCStrong #StopTheViolence #CommunitySafety

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

“Keep going. Keep winning. Stay focused. 👁️God put a strength in you that no challenge can break.”
#StayEncouraged #KeepWinning #StayFocused #FaithForward #PurposeDriven

[Clergy For Safe Cities @clergy4safecity]

We’re looking for faith-rooted leaders ready to organize, collaborate, and advocate for safer communities. Sound like you? Apply today to be part of our first CSC Leadership Cohort: https://t.co/KeDg4hd4TE

[Willie J. Lightfoot @WLightfoot4U]

🙏🏽 Praying for Rochester
Three RPD officers were shot in the 19th Ward. We lift them, their families, and our city in prayer.
“God is our refuge and strength…” — Psalm 46:1
— ROC Against Gun Violence
#PrayForRochester #ROCStrong #PublicSafety #19thWard #Rocagainstgunviolence

[RocAGVC @rocagvc]

We wrapped up our last monthly meeting of 2025 with strength & hope. 💥
Founder Councilman Lightfoot shared Vision 2026—we’re excited for the work ahead!🎥 Watch the meeting: https://t.co/90t9ARWJd3 #Vision2026 #CommunityStrong

[RocAGVC @rocagvc]

‘Death by Numbers’ film screening an urgent call to action against gun violence in Rochester https://t.co/Iv3cLKgNFD

[13WHAM @13WHAM]

Community members and advocates gathered for a screening and discussion of the Academy Award-nominated short film "Death by Numbers" by a student who was shot in 2018 at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida.

https://t.co/9uiUibMF4f

[RocAGVC @rocagvc]

✨ What a night in Rochester! ✨
Dinner + a movie = powerful community healing. Thank you to everyone who joined the Death By Numbers screening & discussion with survivor Sam Fuentes. Grateful for all who made it possible! 💜
#ROCAgainstGunViolence #CommunityHealing #Rochester