Laura Perras, Author at MIRA Coalition

Hope Lives In Action – Join the Protecting Our Immigrant Communities Campaign

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January 23, 2025

Hope is a powerful force that drives change, and together, we hold the tools to build a better future. While … More

Statement 1/20/2025

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January 21, 2025

In response to President Trump’s recent anti-immigrant actions, and the executive orders expected to follow shortly, Elizabeth Sweet, Executive Director … More

Announcing the MIRA Coalition Leadership Award in Honor of Christine Ntagengwa

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January 17, 2025

This award is given in memory of Christine Ntagengwa, former Senior Program Director at the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy … More

Statement: EA Shelter Limit Changes

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January 16, 2025

As the President-Elect threatens to launch the nation’s largest deportation effort in a matter of days, Massachusetts should be stepping … More

Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day

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January 16, 2025

Monday January 20 we celebrate the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Did you know that the … More

Korean American Day: Celebrating Culture and Heritage

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January 9, 2025

Every January 13th, Korean American Day honors the rich heritage and contributions of Korean Americans to the United States. This … More

It’s Time to Get in Formation! contributed by Farah Jeune, MIRA’s Communications Specialist

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December 19, 2024

Last week, our staff had the wonderful opportunity to attend the annual National Immigrant Inclusion Conference (NIIC). Created by the … More

Q&A: SHNS Talks With MIRA Coalition’s Elizabeth Sweet

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December 12, 2024

As Massachusetts gears up for a second Donald Trump administration, advocates and officials are preparing for the statewide impacts of … More

State Lawmakers, Advocates, and Internationally-Trained Physicians Celebrate New Law Addressing Massachusetts Physician Shortage

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December 11, 2024

BOSTON – State lawmakers joined immigration and healthcare advocates, as well as internationally-trained physicians, to celebrate the passage of a … More

LANGUAGE GUIDE: Immigration Terminology

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December 6, 2024

MIRA staff created this language guide as a community educational resource, not as a legal reference. Language is constantly evolving … More

Author: Laura Perras