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Policy Updates – 9/17/26

With the administration’s new Public Charge rule set to go into effect on September 18, 22 states filed suit in federal court earlier this week in order to stop the rule. In their complaint, the states argue that the new rule “removes any meaningful guidance” regarding what USCIS officers may consider and that the administration … Continued

Hispanic Heritage Month: The Freedom We Carry Across Borders

En español The Freedom We Carry Across Borders contributed by Luciano Paskevicius, Lowell Alliance When people speak about Hispanic Heritage Month, the conversation often turns to food, music, language, and traditions. Those things matter, but for me, heritage lives somewhere deeper. It lives in the values and political ideas we carry from one generation to … Continued

PMC Protecting Massachusetts Communities

Protecting Massachusetts Communities Campaign Launches at State House Rally

As if on cue, the sun broke through the clouds just in time for Wednesday’s rally, transforming a rainy morning into a moment of hope on the State House steps. On October 22nd at 11:30 AM, advocates, union leaders, legislators, and community members gathered to launch the Protecting Massachusetts Communities (PMC) campaign—a bold coalition effort … Continued

Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition

Media Advisory 4/29/25 – Advocates Spotlight “100 Days of Harm,” Deep Impact on Massachusetts Residents

Advocates Spotlight “100 Days of Harm,” Deep Impact on Massachusetts Residents Health, Immigrant, Senior, Reproductive Rights & Disability Leaders Highlight Need for Action   Boston, MA – Leading disability, senior, immigration, reproductive rights and health advocates today held a 100 Days of Harm event outside the John F. Kennedy Federal Building to protest President Trump’s … Continued

MIRA Coalition’s Organizing Work: Building Bridges 

MIRA’s Organizing motto: Empowering Diversity, Building Unity: Mobilizing for Immigrant and Refugee Rights and Inclusivity. This motto reflects MIRA’s commitment to advocate alongside  immigrant and refugee communities, along with civically minded individuals, for policies and programs that advance the rights, inclusion, and opportunities for immigrants and refugees in Massachusetts and beyond. It highlights our focus … Continued

MIRA Coalition FY25 Budget Priorities 

MIRA Coalition FY25 Budget Priorities Essential services for newly arrived immigrants in emergency shelter  $2.2M for Year 2 of the Immigrant Assistance Services (IAS) Program in Line Item 4003-XXXX Administered by MIRA Coalition under contract with the Office of Refugees and Immigrants , IAS funds the critical work of our 15 frontline partner organizations to … Continued