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
Federal Policy Update: FY2025 Budget and Parole In Place September 19, 2024 FY 2025 Federal Budget With the federal fiscal year ending September 30, House leadership is struggling to put together an … More
Conquering With Love – Community Response in Springfield OH September 19, 2024 It has been a rough couple of weeks for immigrant communities around the country. Baseless accusations of criminality among immigrant … More
Citizenship Day and Constitution Day: Celebrating America’s Diversity Amid Challenges of Xenophobia September 12, 2024 Every year on September 17th, Citizenship Day and Constitution Day remind us of the values that define the United States … More
Presidential Debate Recap and Federal Policy Updates September 12, 2024 While immigration, and the lives of thousands of families, has proven to be a polarizing issue in the upcoming election, … More
MIRA Partnering With State To Offer TPS Clinics For Emergency Assistance Shelter Residents September 5, 2024 Following a successful first year with the Immigrant Assistance Services Program (IAS), MIRA is pleased to share that our partnership … More
Update on the Massachusetts Shelter Crisis: Families Left Without Shelter Sleep Outside Wollaston MBTA Station August 29, 2024 The recent changes to the Massachusetts Emergency Assistance (EA) shelter system have directly led to a worsening crisis, exemplified by … More
Federal Update: Parole In Place August 21, 2024 On Monday, the Biden Administration began accepting applications for the new Parole in Place program that would reduce barriers to … More
