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Advocacy Help Desk (Virtual)September 22, 2026, 5:30-7 pm

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. 

Advocacy Help Desk (In Person)September 8, 2026, 1:30-3 pm

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. 

Community Agenda 101: Information SessionAugust 27, 2026, 12-1:30 pm

Curious how the process works, or what kind of support PPG offers along the way? Join us for an overview session to learn the steps and requirements for bringing your policy priority to this year's Community Agenda vote.

Advocacy Help Desk (Virtual)August 25, 2026, 5:30-7 pm

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. 

How Federal Cuts are Impacting Western New YorkAugust 11, 2026, 5-7:30 pm

Shontay Barnes & Providence Farm Collective

Federal actions in 2025 will have lasting effects on Western New York, including health care access, housing, and food security.

Advocacy Help Desk (Virtual)August 11, 2026, 1:30-3 pm

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. 

Advocacy Help Desk (In Person)July 28, 2026, 5:30-7 pm

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. 

Knowledge for the Public Good Spring 2026 WorkshopsFebruary 18, 12:30 pm-June 16, 2026 6 pm

Register Here This Spring we are excited to offer four workshops on the following topics:

Forum: How Federal Cuts Are Impacting WNYApril 29, 2026, 5:30-7:30 pm

Shontay Barnes

Community Conversations on the Impacts of Federal Actions to Western New York: Join us for a conversation about how federal cuts are impacting our community's critical programs and services -- both right now and in the years ahead. Residents and community groups are welcome to attend.

2026 Advocacy in Action SummitApril 25, 2026, 9 am-4 pm

Do you want to learn how to make change in your community? This day-long summit teaches residents the skills they need to advocate for the changes they want to see.