Since 2007, our work has been dedicated to effecting lasting, positive change in our community. Created with the help of educators, students, volunteers, interns, and independent researchers, our rich body of reports, policy briefs, and fact sheets can now be found in the Buffalo Commons.
Adam Smith-Perez | July 24, 2026 A legally mandated advisory board, reconstituted after a 35-year absence, heard complaints from citizens — and one elected official — about city and court enforcement of housing codes. More than 20 people attended the first public hearing Wednesday …
Maki Becker | July 17, 2026 BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Three Buffalo Common Council members are calling on Mayor Ryan to rescind or amend a 2020 executive order they say is preventing police from making arrests for low-level crimes. Common Council members Joel Feroleto, Zeneta Everhart and Chris …
Forging Solidarity is a new and collaborative project dedicated to exploring Buffalo's labor and working-class history. Through exhibits, articles, events, arts, research, multimedia, oral history, music, theatre, and more, this project honors the long, deep history of this …
I’Jaz Ja’ciel | April 15, 2026 Advocates pushing for the city to enforce its Proactive Rental Inspections law are continuing their legal challenge. The City of Buffalo created the law about six years ago, which was designed to address issues in Buffalo homes like lead-based paint, …
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.
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.
Federal actions in 2025 will have lasting effects on Western New York, including health care access, housing, and food security.
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.