Virginia Community Voice
 
 
 
 

Our vision is a Commonwealth where decisions are made equitably.

 
 
 
 
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Fuel Transformative Justice = fortify campaign

We believe in a world where justice is rooted in connection, community, and joy.
But we can’t do it alone. We need you to help fortify the work.

 
 

💪🏾 Why Fortify?

"Fortify" means to strengthen. To prepare. To protect. In the face of oppression, we choose joy. In the face of disconnection, we choose each other. That’s how we fortify—and it’s how we continue fighting for equity and healing.

Every investment you make supports grassroots organizing led by Southside Neighbors around:

  • Efforts to address food injustice

  • Healing spaces

  • Youth creative placemaking programs

  • Housing policies and development projects

  • Leadership programs

We're not just fortifying in Richmond’s Southside—we have built a Blueprint. What we’ve learned from this community is already helping others across the country do the same.

This work is replicable. It's shareable. It's yours.

Because when we say our fortification is your fortification, we mean it.

 

Mission

Our mission is to equip neighbors in historically marginalized communities to realize their vision for their neighborhoods, and prepare institutions to respond effectively.

OUR PROGRAMS

Virginia Community Voice has three programs.

 
 

Community Voice Blueprint Model

Community Voice Blueprint prepares institutions to equitably engage and make decisions regarding historically marginalized communities.

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RVA Thrives Community engagement program

RVA Thrives increases neighborhood leadership over decisions affecting Richmond’s Southside, putting neighbors at the center.

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South Richmond Center for Rest & Healing

To promote holistic community healing, in response to the feedback of thousands of residents who expressed a deep need for an inclusive and accessible space for physical and mental health services and rest.

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