Redefining Our Community Information

Redefining Our Community (ROC) is an organization of dedicated residents from various streets within the Dorchester community who are committed to putting the "neighbor" back in neighborhood. Working alongside our city and state officials, we fight for affordable home ownership, affordable commercial space for business owners and more green space to keep our community beautiful. We do not tolerate any negative stereotypes or misconceptions associated with the community because we love where we live! ROC also hosts multiple events, meetings and info sessions throughout the year centered around health, wellness, development, anti-violence, awareness, activism, and more! Some of our endeavors: -ROC Annual Block Party -Boston Shines Neighborhood Cleanup Day -Steven P. Odom Serenity Garden -Morton St. Village Business Association -Monthly Community Meetings (every 3rd Thursday!) All people are welcome to attend our meetings and events. MISSION To build a community that is a beautiful and safe place to live , work, pursue life goals or raise a family in. VISION Through community meetings, advocacy, informed action planning and programs that support community building, we will reduce crime and increase vitality, peace and neighborly connections. VALUES -Community (People and Places) -Harmony (Peace and Fun) -Vitality (Economy, Education and Culture) -Solidarity (Unity, Power and Strength) COME ROC WITH US!