Do you want to make a change in your community? Do you want help figuring out how to do it? The Advocacy Help Desk is a direct one-on-one consultation service for community members working to make a better Buffalo. We’ll help you refine your ideas for policy change, no matter what step in the process you’re at—whether that’s exploring city laws, reviewing your press release, or helping you brainstorm new partners.
Sign up for a free 30-minute appointment here!
Partnership for the Public Good (PPG) is a community-based think tank that builds a more just, sustainable, and culturally-vibrant community through action-oriented research, policy development, and civic engagement. The Advocacy Help Desk is guided by PPG’s principles. As long as your advocacy idea aligns with our principles, we can help you!
Topics can include:
You can schedule an appointment for 30 mins. Depending on your concern, we may schedule a follow-up meeting or direct you to the proper resource, government office, or partner organization as a next step.
The Advocacy Help Desk is free!
No, but the we specialize in City of Buffalo, Erie & Niagara County, and New York State policy.
We have both virtual and in-person options. Our in-person meeting location is at Merriweather Library, 1324 Jefferson Ave, Buffalo, NY 14208. Choose whichever option works best for you on the booking page.
The Help Desk is staffed by the PPG team on a rotating schedule. Learn more about the team. Depending on your needs, we may direct you to a follow-up with a specific staff member or trusted partner working on your issue area.