Let Us Help

The Office of African American Affairs serves as a connector, advocate, and resource for individuals, families, organizations, businesses, educators, students, and community leaders throughout New Mexico. Whether you are seeking assistance, looking to partner with OAAA, or exploring opportunities to strengthen your community, we encourage you to connect with us.

Talk With an Outreach Coordinator

Our outreach team can help connect you with programs, services, organizations, and resources that may address your needs or interests. Coordinators work directly with community members throughout New Mexico and can assist with identifying opportunities for engagement and support.

Event Collaboration

OAAA regularly partners with organizations, schools, businesses, agencies, and community groups on events and initiatives that advance education, economic empowerment, health, cultural awareness, and community engagement. If you are planning a program, conference, workshop, summit, or community event, we welcome opportunities to explore collaboration.

Funding and Sponsorship Requests

Organizations seeking financial support, sponsorship, partnership opportunities, or participation in community programs may submit requests for consideration. While funding availability varies, OAAA reviews opportunities that align with the agency's mission and strategic priorities.

Education and Youth Programs

Learn how your school, youth organization, student group, or educational institution can participate in programs supported by OAAA, including the New Mexico Black Student Alliance, leadership development initiatives, mentorship opportunities, educational forums, and statewide student engagement activities.

Community Resources and Referrals

Need help finding services or organizations? OAAA can help connect individuals and families with resources related to education, workforce development, health services, business support, housing assistance, financial literacy, youth programs, and other community needs.

Business and Economic Development Assistance

Entrepreneurs, small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and workforce development partners are encouraged to contact OAAA regarding business resources, training opportunities, contracting information, networking opportunities, and economic development initiatives.

Policy, Advocacy, and Community Concerns

If you would like to share concerns, identify barriers affecting your community, propose solutions, or provide feedback regarding issues impacting African American communities in New Mexico, OAAA welcomes your input and engagement.

Other Inquiries

Have a question that doesn't fit one of these categories? Contact us directly and a member of our team will connect you with the appropriate staff member or partner organization.

OAAA Organization Staff