OUR MISSION
SJ ROOTS grows and sustains collective power in South Jersey by serving as a strategic hub for organizing and capacity-building for grassroots movements.
OUR vision
We believe in a South Jersey where communities build a future rooted in autonomy, eco-centric values, care, reciprocity, and equity. A South Jersey where mutual aid is a priority and collective action is a necessity. Together, we’ll work with residents to plant the seeds for liberated communities.
OUR values
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We center the expertise and lived experiences of local communities.
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We fight for social, economic, and environmental justice in all of our work.
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We operate with openness, integrity, and a sense of shared responsibility.
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We cultivate and amplify the voices of local leaders and communities.
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We work in coalition with our partners to fight for long-term unity and liberation amongst our communities