The Alliance for Rights and Recovery invites you to join our upcoming Regional Advocacy Forum in Rochester!
This event is an opportunity to connect with local advocates, providers, and policymakers to discuss what our region needs to strengthen recovery and mental health services.
We’ll be joined by local legislators from the Rochester area to talk about the regional service continuum and hear directly from community members about what’s working—and what must change. Presentations will also be provided by The Alliance, HOPE First ROC, Friends of Recovery- New York (FOR-NY) and other local leaders.
Speakers include:
* Senator Samra Brouk
* Stanley Martin, City Council Member and Steering Committee member for HOPE First ROC
* Christopher Assini, Director of Policy, FRIENDS OF RECOVERY-New York
* Luke Sikinyi, Vice President of Public Policy, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
During this dynamic session, we’ll:
- Share the latest updates on statewide and regional advocacy efforts
- Discuss workforce investment, crisis response, and alternatives to forced treatment
- Hear community voices on rights, recovery, and system change
- Build momentum together for Lobby Day 2026
As a special bonus, one attendee will win a full scholarship to the Alliance Annual Conference next year!
Whether you’re a peer support leader, provider, advocate, or community member, your voice matters. Together, we can shape the future of recovery services in our region.
Event Details:
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM | ROC Arts and Events, 215 Tremont Street, Door 3, Floor 3, Rochester, NY 14608
For more information, contact:Cameron Farash – cfarash@liberty-resources.org or Luke Sikinyi– lukes@rightsandrecovery.org
