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Office of African American Affairs

Providing leadership to promote opportunities for African American residents of the city.

Welcome to OAAA

The City of Milwaukee created the Office of African American Affairs (OAAA) by City ordinance to promote equal opportunities for African American residents in areas including (but not limited to): employment, education, job training, housing, health care, voting rights, business ownership, and more. The OAAA houses multiple services and organizations, including government agencies and non-profits, within the OAAA in order to enable residents to access quality of life services in one central location on a regular basis.

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Springtime Guide 

This spring, find helpful tips on getting involved with neighborhood cleanups, improving your home, creating gardens and green spaces, being active outdoors, and staying prepared for fire and storm hazards. Take advantage of community resources and grant incentives to make improvements in your community.

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Get FREE Financial Counseling

One-on-one professional financial counseling services are available to city of Milwaukee residents through the Milwaukee Financial Empowerment Center. Services are free and available to all residents regardless of income. Increase your savings, pay down debt, improve credit, find affordable banking and more. Get started TODAY!

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Overdose Prevention Education

The OAAA offers health literacy education community level prevention education classes and trainings on Fentanyl Awareness and Overdose Intervention. For more information or to schedule a class call 414-286-0222. 

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Focus on Fathers: A Dad-Driven Support Group

A space for fathers to share experiences and receive support in a safe and confidential environment. The group is open to Milwaukee residents.

Meeting Location: 
Office of African American Affairs, 4830 W. Fond du Lac Avenue
First Thursday of each month from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Event contact: 
David Comer, [email protected], 414-286-6636

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Our Initiatives

Milwaukee Fatherhood Coalition

The Milwaukee Fatherhood Coalition is a collaborative partnership dedicated to promoting the positive involvement of both parents in the lives of their children. Learn more.

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My Brother's Keeper (MBK) 

The City of Milwaukee My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Initiative is the City’s direct response to President Barack Obama’s My Brother’s Keeper Community Challenge. Learn More 

Partner Organizations

In addition to various City of Milwaukee government departments, offices, and agencies, other OAAA partners include: 

  • City of Milwaukee Office of Community Wellness and Safety
  • City of Milwaukee Health Dept. – Family & Community Health Services
  • Equal Rights Commission
  • Employ Milwaukee
  • Hire Center of Milwaukee
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
  • Legal Aid Society
  • Metropolitan Fair Housing Council
  • Milwaukee Area Technical College
  • Milw. County Office of Equity
  • Milwaukee Continuum of Care
  • Milwaukee Fatherhood Coalition
  • MPS / Black & Latino Male Achievement
  • Wisconsin Community Services
  • Milwaukee County Child Support Services
  • Medical College of Wisconsin
  • Department of Corrections, State of WI
  • MENTOR Greater Milwaukee
  • Boys and Men of Color, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

Office of African American Affairs

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Office of African American Affairs

 4830 W. Fond du Lac Avenue

 Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

 414-286-0222

[email protected]

Melissa Buford

Melissa Buford
OAAA Director

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