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Advancing Policy Solutions for Immigrant Mental Health

Immigrant and refugee families in Massachusetts are carrying an enormous weight. Increased enforcement, the loss of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for many families, including many with children who are U.S. citizens, and constant federal policy shifts are taking a real toll on mental health. Meanwhile, people seeking help face long wait times, language gaps, insurance … Continued

TPS for Ukraine and Sudan still valid

TPS for Ukraine and Sudan still valid Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections are still in effect for TPS holders from Ukraine and Sudan. The TPS designation for Ukraine and Sudan was set to expire on October 19, 2026. However, the Trump Administration has not announced whether the designation will be terminated or extended. Until further … Continued

The Impact of ICE Enforcement on Massachusetts Communities

How ICE enforcement operations have detrimentally affected our communities ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) enforcement operations under the second term of the Trump administration have detrimentally affected our communities, and the harm impacts everyone: citizens and lawful permanent residents as well as undocumented individuals across the United States.  For nearly two years, we have watched … Continued

Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition

MEDIA ADVISORY: Wednesday, 3/19: Impacted Immigrants, State Lawmakers, Advocates Join MIRA Coalition for 29th Annual Immigrants Day at the State House (Haitian Creole, Simplified Chinese Translations)

For Immediate Release March 13, 2025 BOSTON – Immigrants directly impacted by the Trump administration’s dangerous, xenophobic policies will join the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition, state lawmakers, and  advocates to rally in support of immigrants at the 29th annual Immigrants Day at the State House event.   “We here in Massachusetts know that … Continued