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THIS IS OUR CITY, AND WE HAVE A RIGHT TO IT

Our City Action Buffalo (OCAB) is a broad coalition of Buffalo residents who have come together to disrupt the political status quo in our city through movement and people-centered politics and co-governance structures. We work to change systems and to shape policies to ensure racial, social, and economic justice for all Buffalonians.

About Our City Action Buffalo

We create change by championing issue-based campaigns that shift power from the few to the many, and electing leaders who believe that community members have a right to be engaged, involved, and act as decision-makers, governing with instead of for

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Current Campaigns

It's been a busy year so far! We helped block funding for ShotSpotter, widely-criticized surveillance tech used by the police; we're leading the fight for fair maps; and we endorsed winning-candidate Jen Mecozzi for school board.

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HOW YOU CAN HELP

No matter your skill set or availability, there are always opportunities to get involved! Join us in the fight to make OUR CITY reflect what we, the residents of Buffalo, need and want.

Past Campaigns

We've been involved in everything from fights for fair housing to India Walton's historic mayoral run. 

Get to Know Us

Meet our Leadership Team & Board and learn more about becoming a member.

OCAB IN THE PRESS

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Support OCAB!

Whether it's via rocking our gear or attending our events, you're supporting the mission!

Upcoming Events

  • Anti-Displacement Summit
    Anti-Displacement Summit
    Sat, Nov 19
    Buffalo
    Nov 19, 2022, 10:00 AM – Nov 20, 2022, 2:00 PM
    Buffalo, 295 Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 14204, USA
    Nov 19, 2022, 10:00 AM – Nov 20, 2022, 2:00 PM
    Buffalo, 295 Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 14204, USA
    The COVID-19 pandemic has raised renewed concerns about inequality; inflation is on the rise; and communities continue to be besieged by gentrification in the City of Good Neighbors. Join us for a day of speakers and workshops to get inspired and fight back!
  • Phone Bank for the Anti-Displacement Summit
    Phone Bank for the Anti-Displacement Summit
    Tue, Nov 15
    Zoom
    Nov 15, 2022, 6:30 PM – Nov 16, 2022, 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Nov 15, 2022, 6:30 PM – Nov 16, 2022, 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us to get the word out about our upcoming Anti-Displacement Summit taking place on Saturday, November 19th! Just log into the Zoom call at 6:30pm - no need to RSVP! We'll hang out, chat about the Summit and let you know what to do. Chance to win free OCAB merch! Zoom link: https://us02web.zoo
  • GOTV Phone Bank!
    GOTV Phone Bank!
    Tue, Nov 08
    Zoom
    Nov 08, 2022, 6:30 PM – Nov 09, 2022, 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Nov 08, 2022, 6:30 PM – Nov 09, 2022, 8:00 PM
    Zoom
    Join us on Election Night to GOTV, parse results as they come in, get amped about the upcoming Anti-Displacement Summit, and win free OCAB swag! Just dial into this Zoom link at 6:30, no need to RSVP! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87046056517?pwd=aTFDVUw1VThpSVBzdkR0STBOYjR4QT09
  • Buffalo to Syracuse: The Fight for Fair Maps
    Buffalo to Syracuse: The Fight for Fair Maps
    Mon, Oct 17
    Zoom
    Oct 17, 2022, 5:30 PM
    Zoom
    Oct 17, 2022, 5:30 PM
    Zoom
    Join us for a discussion with Syracuse Commissioners, the Executive Director of Common Cause/NY, Buffalo's Jim Anderson, & OCAB member leaders, explore the importance of redistricting, and the power of co-governance in moving our cities forward.
  • SURJ Chapter Meeting with OCAB
    SURJ Chapter Meeting with OCAB
    Thu, Oct 13
    Buffalo
    Oct 13, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Buffalo, 335 Richmond Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222, USA
    Oct 13, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Buffalo, 335 Richmond Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222, USA

Get inspired.

We're forever indebted to the thinkers and dreamers leading the way and helping us all envision a more just future. Check out the OCAB bookshelf and suggest books you love!

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