Open Architecture Collaborative

Open Architecture Collaborative, Inc. (OAC) is a company based in Oakland, California. The organization employs 17 people and generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. OAC is a global learning network that connects architects and designers with technical skills to empower communities facing systemic marginalization. Their mission centers on promoting racial equity through community-driven design initiatives. OAC's flagship program, Local Chapters, structures volunteer efforts and guides individuals toward collaborative projects. Their Pathways to Equity training program leverages collective experiences to enhance community development abilities. OAC offers trainings, resources, and mentorship opportunities, supplementing traditional design training with skills such as community engagement, facilitation, policy analysis, allyship, and power dynamics. OAC encourages individuals committed to dismantling oppressive systems in the built environment to engage in direct action with community partners. For more information, visit openarchcollab.org.