Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative

09/02/2026

Meet Jacob Miller! Click through to learn more about him. ✨
For a full overview of our staff, see the link in our bio!

https://immigrantcollaborative.org/mic-team/

09/02/2026

Like Odysseus navigating a 20 year journey home, our immigrant communities face monumental challenges today. But through persistent action, local organizing, and steadfast legal support, we can serve as the "True North" that keeps families safe and grounded.

In our latest update, Executive Director Frank DeVito reflects on the Odyssey, the PROTECT ACT victory, MIC's new legal program: MVP-Legal Berkshires, and the critical Senate bill that could protect Haitian TPS holders: S 4814.

Swipe through to learn how our partners are leading the charge and how you can take action today.

Key Links and Resources:

Read the full August newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/immigrantcollaborative/august-2026

Access PROTECT Act resources: https://www.mass.gov/protecting-people-from-ice

Haitian TPS advocacy tools (via Councillor Ruthzee Louijeune's Office): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xFdfUEuhLvqZnvgfxzE88FJcKujQTs8d

(All links are also in our bio!)

08/27/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT

Please be aware that IFSI-USA will NEVER ask you to send money, make a payment, or share a verification code through WhatsApp, text message, phone call, or any other messaging platform.

If someone contacts you claiming to represent IFSI-USA and requests money or a code:

❌ Do not respond
❌ Do not send money
❌ Do not share personal information
✅ Report the message or call immediately

Please share this warning with your family and community. Stay alert and protect your information!

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

As the oldest child of an immigrant family, it was challenging for Wenjie to juggle many responsibilities including cooking dinner, caring for his younger brother, and studying. He joined BCNC in 10th grade and received guidance and mentorship to discover a path that aligned with his strengths. He grew in confidence, leadership, and communication.

“BCNC was an essential program for me. The one-on-one mentorship guided me on the right path during the college application process. ”

This year, Wenjie graduated from North Quincy High School and will be attending the University of Massachusetts, Amherst as a first generation college student with a clear sense of purpose and a goal to be a physical therapist.

Volunteers are needed to guide high school juniors and seniors as they apply for college or post-secondary education. Apply today to become a mentor and make an impact: https://bcnc.net/forms-and-applications/caps-mentor-application/

08/21/2026

Meet Anna Flores-Amper! Click through to learn more about her. ✨
For a full overview of our staff, see the link in our bio!
https://immigrantcollaborative.org/mic-team/

08/20/2026

Register as a team of 5 or more and receive a special discount on registration. Early bird pricing and a race t-shirt ends Friday, September 11th.

BCNC's Family Fun Run & Walk in Quincy
🔗Register to run and walk: https://bcnc.net/event/family-fun-run-walk-2026/
📅Saturday, Oct. 24th, 2026
🕛 9:00 am
📍 Merrymount Park, Quincy, MA

All ages are welcome to run, walk, or join us virtually. The Family Fun Run & Walk strengthens Asian and immigrant families and raises funds for youth leadership programs, adult English classes, and mental health support services.

Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact [email protected].

08/20/2026

08/20/2026

📲 Register today!https://workforce.ifsi-usa.org/pages/admissions-v2/form/lggoxE
🎓 Start Your Career in Early Childhood Education!
Enrollment is now open for IFSI’s Fall 2026 Early Childhood Education Program, taught in Haitian Creole! 🇭🇹
📅 Orientation: August 27 at 5:30 PM
📚 Classes Begin: September 3 at 5:30 PM
⏱️ Duration: 8 weeks per class
🎓 Potential scholarship opportunities available, eligible students with a Social Security number may qualify for a FULL ECE Scholarship!

08/20/2026

Are you a Green Card holder in the United States and interested in becoming a U.S. citizen? Join us starting on September 2 at 6 p.m. for a free 10-week citizenship preparation class, in partnership with St. Mark Community Education Program. This series of classes prepares students for all parts of the Citizenship interview and includes the new 128 civics question list. Classes will be held at the Central Square Branch at 45 Pearl Street.

This class requires students to have intermediate-level English and to have been a legal permanent resident (Green Card holder) for at least 4 years and 9 months (or 2 years and 9 months if married to a U.S. citizen.) Attendance at all sessions is expected.

There's still time to register! Scan the QR code or visit: https://bit.ly/4g6fgZt