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Clianda Florence
Clianda Florence

Meet
Clianda Florence

Clianda Florence is a Rochester-based educator, author, and community leader with more than 20 years of experience advancing literacy, equity, and student success.

Guided by her belief that 'literacy is liberation,' she is running for New York State Assembly to deliver results for students, families, and neighborhoods.

Experience & Leadership

Founder & CEO

Strength 2 Say, LLC

Founder & CEO

Let's Get L.I.T.

Radio Host

Let's Get L.I.T. on WDKX 103.9 FM

Education

  • Bennett College

  • Nazareth College

  • SUNY Brockport

  • Doctoral Student, University of Rochester

What We're Fighting For

Real solutions for the challenges facing Rochester families, students, and neighborhoods

Strengthen Public Education

Strengthen Public Education

Support high-performing charter schools, school choice, and quality education for every student.

Expand Family Choice

Expand Family Choice

Provide responsible scholarship and voucher options to give families real educational opportunities.

Improve Public Safety

Improve Public Safety

Implement effective, accountable community policing strategies that keep our neighborhoods safe.

Fight for Affordability

Fight for Affordability

Address the rising costs of housing, childcare, utilities, and everyday expenses affecting our community.

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Hear From Clianda

See where Clianda Florence stands on the issues that matter most to our community.

In Your Communities, Reaching Out

Clianda Florence connecting with families and neighbors across Rochester.

College and Career Readiness

Preparing our students for success after graduation.

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Join our grassroots movement to deliver real results for Rochester

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