B.O.C.A: Bicyclists Organizing for Community Action

Bicyclists Organizing for Community Action (BOCA) represents BNB’s youth-led transportation justice advocacy efforts. Through this work, BNB’s paid Youth Apprentices build leadership skills while advancing transportation equity in their own communities.

Since 2010, our BOCA initiatives have provided opportunities for youth to work with residents to advance mobility justice – with a focus on the bicycle as a sustainable, affordable mode of transportation for all. In 2025, BNB is activating our already robust community through events, campaigns, and community meetings to advance our transportation equity goals, including:

  • Getting free bikes and free bike repair services to people in our target communities
  • Providing opportunities for people to learn to ride and to ride together
  • Advocating for safer streets

Read more about our initiatives and events below!

BNB Apprentices at a protest carry a banner that reads: Bicyclists Organizing for Community Action. Another holds a poster that reads: Make Boston's Transportation Affordable.
Community Meeting infographic for April 30th at Bikes Not Bombs from 6 to 8pm.

2025 Community Meetings:

We’re excited to launch our 2025 series of Community Meetings & Transportation Forums at Bikes Not Bombs! This is your chance to share your insights on biking, infrastructure, and safety in Boston. Guiding this work will be a team of advocates, leaders, and community members comprising our Community Advisory Council (CAC), working alongside BNB staff and Apprentices.

Our Community Meetings and Transportation Forums are open to all, so save the date and come join us! Our upcoming meetings are scheduled for:

  • Wednesday April 30th, 6 to 8pm: Please RSVP by April 28th
  • Wednesday June 25h, 6 to 8pm
  • Wednesday August 27th, 6 to 8pm
  • Wednesday December 10th, 6 to 8pm

Questions? Reach out to BOCA@bikesnotbombs.org

Community Advisory Council

What is the Community Advisory Council?

The Community Advisory Council (CAC) will serve as a platform for community members to share their insights, experiences, and ideas regarding biking, infrastructure, and safety in our city. Council members will work alongside Bikes Not Bombs staff to provide feedback on our projects, identify key issues affecting our community, and help guide our advocacy strategies.

Why Join?

  • Attend monthly meetings at Bikes Not Bombs to organize alongside BNB staff, Youth Apprentices, and volunteers like yourself;
  • Work collaboratively on community organizing campaigns to support transportation equity in Boston and beyond;
  • Stay involved as a Council member for a one-year term;
  • Support our initiatives with insight on best practices in community organizing, advocacy, youth development,  and more.

How to Apply:

Our next meeting is on March 26th. Everyone is welcome to learn more and consider joining our Council! Attending this initial meeting does not formally commit you to the council. You can view the application here; submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis and selected candidates will be contacted to schedule a 15-minute virtual interview.

Questions? Reach out to BOCA@bikesnotbombs.org