Laura Perras, Author at MIRA Coalition

Voting as a New Citizen – We asked a New American Changemaker to share her thoughts

November 7, 2024

Tell us briefly about yourself: any details about yourself, your life now, or your personal history you want to share. … More

Statement in Response to the Election of Donald Trump an J.D. Vance as President and Vice President of the United States

November 6, 2024

In response to the election of Donald Trump and J.D. Vance as President and Vice President of the United States, … More

Statement October 28, 2024 – Madison Square Garden

October 28, 2024

Misinformation and hateful propaganda have no place in our democracy. Comments such as those made at Madison Square Garden last … More

October 25, 2024 Maroni Minter testifies for MIRA at the Emergency Assistance Program Commission Hearing

October 28, 2024

Good afternoon, members of the committee. My name is Maroni Minter, and I am the Political Director for the Massachusetts … More

Why Vote? We asked a New American Changemaker to share his thoughts

October 24, 2024

Nearly 24 million immigrant adults in the U.S. were naturalized citizens in 2022, according to the Pew Research Center. That’s … More

MIRA Coalition’s Organizing Work: Building Bridges

October 10, 2024

MIRA’s Organizing motto: Empowering Diversity, Building Unity: Mobilizing for Immigrant and Refugee Rights and Inclusivity. This motto reflects MIRA’s commitment … More

Federal Policy Update October 3, 2024

October 3, 2024

On September 30, the Biden Administration released its final rule severely limiting access to the asylum process. This new rule … More

Strength in Diversity: Highlighting Hispanic & Latine populations in Massachusetts during Hispanic Heritage Month

October 3, 2024

The Hispanic and Latine population in Massachusetts is an incredibly diverse and vibrant community, representing a broad spectrum of cultures, … More

MIRA Stands in Solidarity with the Haitian Community: Rejecting Defamation and Racism

September 26, 2024

On Tuesday, September 24, MIRA staff joined the Haitian community, along with partners, elected officials, and allies, in a powerful … More

Tuesday, 9/24: Stop Discrimination Rally in Support of the Haitian Community of Massachusetts and Springfield, OH

September 23, 2024

Immigration Advocates and Allies Across the State Unite to Express Outrage Against Defamation of Haitian Immigrants BOSTON – The Haitian community … More

Author: Laura Perras