There are few things in life more conducive to cultivating community and fostering a sense of peace and wholesomeness than sharing a meal together. The concept of Celebrating What Unites Us is to do exactly that while also expanding horizons and drawing attention to key issues such as connecting residents to food access. The monthly Read More…
The Boston City Council recently held a hearing about strengthening the Trust Act. The Trust Act is a citywide ordinance that prevents Boston Police from detaining immigrants on the request of U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This week’s hearing comes after an incident in 2017 where Boston Police and ICE worked together to arrest Read More…
The Boston City Council held a hearing earlier this week about non-citizens voting in municipal elections that caused much controversy among residents. The councilors received many phone calls and emails, often bordering on anti-immigrant or hateful. “Much of it has been very nasty and negative, which is disheartening,” said Councilor Kim Janey. “It’s disheartening that people Read More…
My father spoke to me from the grave today. I was in the garage looking through old family pictures that were stored in a box and long ago forgotten. Amongst the mostly black and white pictures was an envelope containing letters and telegrams that my father had sent to me when I was a baby. Read More…
Celebrating immigrant heritage, contributions and diversity, the 2012 “We Are Boston” Gala Awards are accepting nominations for individuals and corporations, until Friday, October 5, 2012. Download the nomination form (pdf).