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Community Readiness in the Face of ICE Arrests

President Trump campaigned on a threat to deport one million immigrants from this country per year.  We saw an ongoing escalation of the numbers of immigrants targeted in Massachusetts throughout 2025 and continuing into early this year, but still well below deporting one million people.  However, this is beginning to change. Over this past year … Continued

Back to School: What Immigrant Families Should Know

As immigration enforcement increases across the country and protections such as Temporary Protected Status end for some countries, many immigrant families are living with fear and uncertainty. That fear is affecting whether some children make it to school. Recent data show that 17% of parents cited ICE activity near schools as a barrier to attendance. And that … Continued
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How to change your address with the Immigration Court

Kijan pou chanje adres ou ak tribinal imigrasyon (Kreyol ayisyen) How to change your address with the Immigration Court (English) Como cambiar su direccion con el tribunal de inmigracion (Espanol)
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International Travel Tips For Green Card Holders 12/17/25

Lawful Permanent Resident Card (aka Green Card) holders need a valid, unexpired Green Card or a valid re-entry permit to travel internationally and re-enter the United States.    
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Resources for Students and Families

Resources and materials for immigrant students and families For more Family Preparedness videos in multiple languages visit our Back To School playlist on Youtube Padlet with easy-to-access education resources  (e.g. MAC Know Your Education Rights flyers, guidance’s by the state or Attorney General Office, etc.) courtesy of Massachusetts Advocates for Children Free & Confidential Education … Continued
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Education Resources for Immigrant Families

The Massachusetts Advocates for Children offers the following resources: Free & Confidential Education WhatsApp Helpline exclusively for newcomer families to access our services.  Information in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole Padlet with easy-to-access education resources  (e.g. MAC Know Your Education Rights flyers, guidance’s by the state or Attorney General Office, etc.)
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Immigration Helpline

Call: (508) 293-1871 Who can call the helpline? The helpline is open to all Massachusetts residents. If you’re calling from out of state we may not be able to provide referrals in your area. What information can I get from the helpline? The helpline cannot give you individual legal advice or representation, but can share … Continued
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Obtaining a driver’s license under the Work & Family Mobility Act

First Steps Prepare your documents. Start a learners permit application online and make an appointment with the RMV. At the appointment day or after, do the written test to obtain your learner’s permit. Schedule the road test!   Don’t be fooled by fake RMV websites and people offering overpriced assistance. The entire application process costs … Continued
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Ley de Asignaciones Suplementarias de Seguridad Nacional de 2024 (February 2024)

Después de muchos meses de discusiones a puerta cerrada, los negociadores del Senado finalmente publicaron el domingo 4 de febrero el text de la Ley de Asignaciones Suplementarias de Seguridad Nacional de 2024. Este proyecto de ley comenzó como una solicitud de la Administración de Biden de billones en fondos para apoyar a Ucrania, Israel … Continued
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Asistencia para Vivienda HomeBASE de Massachusetts (February 2024)

HomeBASE brinda asistencia para vivienda a las familias que califiquen para el Refugio Familiar de Asistencia de Emergencia (EA, por sus siglas en inglés). Como parte del programa HomeBASE, usted y su familia podrían calificar para recibir hasta $30,000 durante un período de dos años, con la posibilidad de un tercer año de asistencia. Vea … Continued
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¿Qué es DACA? (September 2023)

Establecido por el presidente Obama en 2012, DACA (Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia, por sus siglas en inglés), es un permiso que ha permitido a miles de jóvenes inmigrantes sin documentación, vivir y trabajar legalmente en Estados Unidos. El permiso está sujeto a renovación cada dos años. Para calificar, se requiere haber … Continued
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