Roca's mission is to be a relentless force in disrupting incarceration, poverty, & racism by engaging those at the center of urban violence.

Chelsea, MA
Joined May 2011
At Roca, we're a little different. We work with young people who are at the highest risk of shooting or being shot. We engage in this work because everybody deserves a chance; we are all human. For more: hubs.la/Q01MRpdP0 #roca #cvi #cbt #brainscience #gunviolence #data
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The results are in: As emotional regulation skills go up, violence and incarceration go down. View Roca’s full 2024 Annual Report here: hubs.la/Q02YxS_70
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Watch, don't just read, Roca's 2024 Annual Report, as personal stories illustrate a thousand small victories behind our hard numbers: one more gun dropped, one more day sober, one more trip to work on time and back home safe. hubs.la/Q02XTCpp0
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The results are in: As emotional regulation skills go up, violence and incarceration go down. View Roca’s full 2024 Annual Report here: hubs.la/Q02XTvY80
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Our friends at @RocaInc recently hosted Nike executive and criminal justice advocate Larry Miller, who shared his redemptive story with young people to show that finding hope and driving change is possible. Read more by @Adrian_Walker in the @BostonGlobe. bostonglobe.com/2024/05/07/m…
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Roca is known for its powerful statistics and big outcomes. But behind the scenes, this work to disrupt violence is defined by the quiet success of young people like Mike, learning the skills to overcome trauma. Watch Mike's full story and many others at hubs.la/Q02xs0BQ0.
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So proud of Samaria, a Roca Hartford participant, who was a panelist this week at a Youth Listening Session for the new Hartford Police Chief. Thanks so much to Mayor Arulampalam @arunanforct for making this happen!
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We are so proud of our own Sunindiya Bhalla--Roca's EVP of Young Women and 2Gen--who was recognized this week as a top leader in the fight against DV by @ctcadv, the CT Coalition Against Domestic Violence!
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We recognize the resilient mothers within our community. This past Sunday in Dorchester there were thousands of people that filled the streets, honoring mothers whose children have been killed while also commemorating their childrens’ lives. Article here: hubs.la/Q02x53hy0
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To Jalexis, winner of Roca's 2024 Vichey Phoung Peace Award; to all of our young mothers, participants and staff; to all moms everywhere -- a happy Mother’s Day. Watch Jalexis' full story here: hubs.la/Q02wSN5L0
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In case you missed it: Here’s some of the most memorable moments we had with Larry Miller at Roca’s Breakfast last week!
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Congratulations to Justin, winner of Roca's 2024 Vichey Phoung Peace Award. Watch Justin's full story: hubs.la/Q02wCcn00
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On Friday, hundreds of incredible partners and supporters gathered with us at Roca’s Annual Breakfast to celebrate young people taking steps away from violence and toward peace. Continue to support Roca and our mission here: hubs.la/Q02wpmsR0
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Yesterday at Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, Roca hosted 'Beyond Violence' panel in Springfield MA. Grateful to our panelists for sharing how they support young people in overcoming violence, addressing trauma, fostering hope, and igniting change.
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Can't wait to see you there.
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Our annual breakfast event is swiftly approaching on May 3rd. You can continue to contribute to our event here: hubs.la/Q02vs8lg0
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The Recently, the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts paid a visit to Roca Springfield, joining us in celebrating the graduates from our young women's program. Thank you @CFWM413 for joining us!
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Thank you to our amazing event sponsors! Continue to contribute to our Annual Breakfast here!: hubs.la/Q02tZfKn0
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Last chance! RSVP now for our Annual Fundraiser Breakfast! Claim your ticket: ttps://bit.ly/3PsLpww Don't miss out!
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We express our sincere appreciation to the National League of Cities for acknowledging and spotlighting Roca’s Impact Institute in their recent article. Learn more in the full article here: hubs.la/Q02tGh0d0
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Larry Miller, the chairman of Nike’s Jordan Brand Advisory Board, will be the keynote speaker of our Annual Breakfast on 5.3.24. We can't wait to hear what he has to say! hubs.la/Q02srW270 RSVP today: hubs.la/Q02srV-w0
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