Activism & Advocacy

Thursday, June 20, 2024

From Slavery to Liberation and Beyond

The extraordinary journey of Dr. Judith Hamer’s family, from slavery to liberation, is among the exhibits at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Kindness, Creativity…and Cake

Volunteer bakers nationwide are ensuring that at-risk kids in foster care, shelters, and group homes have a birthday or graduation cake.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Voting 2024 – Links to Help

Voting in 2024 starts with voter registration and state primaries with varying requirements and deadlines. These links can help.

Thursday, February 22, 2024

Joseph C. Randall, 78, Protests in Paint

Chicago-based artist Joseph C. Randall, 78, is fluent in mixed media arts; his work often prioritizes Black and African subjects and history.

Thursday, February 8, 2024

The Gospel of Stacey L. Holman

Award-winning Harlem-based filmmaker Stacey L. Holman talks about her craft and her newest documentary about Gospel music.

Thursday, January 25, 2024

Don Schoendorfer’s Mission of Mobility

Read the stirring story of an MIT engineer’s life-changing trip to Africa – and how his invention and his mission is bringing mobility to the world.

Monday, January 15, 2024

Martin Luther King, Jr: Quotes Beyond the Dream

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a powerful and inspiring speaker. Read this collection of his works and hear his passionate call for justice.

Monday, November 27, 2023

Volunteer – and Get Social!

Animals? Nature? What’s your pleasure? Use our guide to find the volunteer opportunity that feeds your passion while meeting new people.

Thursday, October 19, 2023

A Recipe for Second Chances: Robert Perez

In Kentucky, Rob Perez’ DV8 Kitchen serves delicious meals, baked goods – and second chance employment to those in the early stages of recovery.

Thursday, October 5, 2023

Finding Voting Resources Online

Curious about online sites that facilitate voting?  Find out online what you need to know before election day. 

Thursday, June 29, 2023

Outdoor Afro: Connecting Black Seniors with Nature

Some 60,000 Black older adults nationwide connect with nature and with other seniors through Outdoor Afro’s outdoor programs.

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Housing and Community for LGBTQ Seniors: Dr. Imani Woody

AARP Purpose Prize winner Dr. Imani Woody is the CEO/founder of Mary’s House for Older Adults, the US’s only communal housing for LGBTQ+ elders.   

Wednesday, April 19, 2023

We’re at the American Society on Aging Conference!

OATS was the proud sponsor of the Age Tech Pavilion stage at the American Society on Aging’s annual meeting in Atlanta. Learn more here!

Thursday, April 13, 2023

Use Your Phone To Go Green

On Earth Day, you can become more eco-savvy by using your mobile phones and/or tablets and checking out these earth-friendly apps.

Thursday, March 30, 2023

Stir-Fry Meals on Wheels

During COVID, one Brooklyn group rallied Chinese restaurants to provide ‘Stir Fry Meals on Wheels” to homebound elderly Asian Americans.