In Guarani culture, “óga” means home, a concept that extends beyond the nuclear family to encompass a broader sense of kinship and community.
Rooted in this indigenous word, OGA embodies our effort to restore connection—with nature, with one another, and with the living systems that sustain us. We see this reconnection as part of decolonization work: healing the separation between people and planet, and re-grounding collective action in care, reciprocity, and belonging.
OGA | Mission
At Opportunities for Grassroots Action (OGA), our logo — a small plant emerging from the soil — symbolizes growth, resilience, and the deep roots of collective action. The seven leaves reflect our core principles: living values that guide how we work, connect, and nurture transformation from the ground up.
Our mission is simple: to help grassroots efforts bloom. Through visibility, capacity-building, and genuine partnership, we aim to cultivate a global ecosystem where grassroots changemakers can grow together — rooted in purpose, and thriving in collective action.
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Our Stories 🌱
Our blog articles are available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Retracing Black Diasporas Ancestral Roots Through DNA and Historical Research: A Journey of Healing and Identity
There is a deep human impulse to know who we are, where we come from, and who our people were. For many around the world, this journey feels sacred, a bridge connecting us to ancestors whose names and stories shaped our present. But for the Black diaspora, especially descendants of enslaved Africans in Turtle Island,…
Asmaa Rashed: From Survival in Syria to Transforming Girls’ Education Through Storytelling
Discover Asmaa Rashed, a Syrian storyteller and activist empowering refugee girls through education. Her journey from war and displacement to creating “Haya Lenakra — Let’s Read” is one of resilience and hope.
Aldeia Verde: Strengthening Indigenous Autonomy in Abya Yala
We’re honored to highlight and support the incredible work of the Instituto Etnoambiental e Multicultural Aldeia Verde (IEMAV) — an organization deeply rooted in ancestral wisdom and committed to sustainable development for Indigenous peoples across Brazil. Led by the inspiring anthropologist Cláudia Franco — a passionate indigenista with over 25 years of experience — Aldeia…
Self-Compassion is the Work: Radical Rest As Our Main Collective Goal for 2026
As we wrap up 2025, many of us still find ourselves reflecting on a persistent and heavy shadow: the internalized pressure of hustle culture. Whether we are navigating corporate spaces or grassroots movements, we often carry harmful scripts that tell us we must be “always on” or that our value is tied to our productivity.…
