Better Transit for Better Memphis (BTBM)
This group is organized under MICAH to fight for more funding and better services for MATA riders in Memphis.They hold a monthly meeting every 3rd Thursday from 5:30-7pm in-person at Idlewild Presbyterian Church and on Zoom. Please contact them at bettertransit@micahmemphis.org to RSVP.Each year they hold a Transit Equity Day event that occurs near Rosa Park’s birthday, and is attended by MATA leadership, local elected officials, and community leaders.
Disability Connection Midsouth
This group can often be seen with BTBM, and advocates specifically for people with disabilities in the Memphis region.
Memphis Bus Riders Union
Although this group has not updated their webpage or social media in several years, they are still active through media appearances.
Citizens for Better Service
Not much can be found online regarding this group, but it appears active.
Events
Transit Equity Day 2027
I’ll post information for this event as soon as it’s released. Generally it is the weekend closest to Rosa Park’s birthday (February 4).