Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice

05/15/2026

Got a plan to bring your neighbors together? The RSJ Fund supports community engagement projects – block meetings, resource guides, youth organizing, and more. Public grants range from $250 to $9,999.

somervillema.gov/rsj-fund.

05/07/2026

If your project brings people in, the RSJ Fund wants to support it. The application window is now open for Somerville residents and community members doing DEIB-focused work in our City.

Apply by May 29 at somervillema.gov/rsj-fund.

05/01/2026

The RSJ Fund application window is open. That means your project idea could become a funded reality.

Applications are being accepted through May 29 for work that begins this summer.

somervillema.gov/rsj-fund.

04/24/2026

The RSJ Fund is providing $100,000 for a range of public grants to support community-led racial and social justice work in Somerville.

Learn more about the program here: somervillema.gov/rsj-fund.

04/06/2026

Join us next Wednesday for our free Wage Theft Training in collaboration with the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office.

RSVP online: bit.ly/HRC_wage_training

04/03/2026

🎨 OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS 🎨

The Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs is asking artists to submit proposals for a KNOW YOUR RIGHTS arts campaign taking place in the City later this year!

More information available here: https://www.somervillema.gov/news/somerville-seeks-artist-know-your-rights-campaign

04/02/2026

I'm proud to declare the first Wednesday of every April to be Start By Believing Day.

Victims of sexual violence are often met with doubt or shame, causing additional negative effects to their wellbeing. Meeting loved ones with grace, understanding, and comfort when navigating the aftermath of sexual violence is what empowers victims to step forward.

Let's make that change together here in our community and start by believing.

04/01/2026

The City of Somerville is declaring today Day.

It’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, and we’re sharing how you can make a difference, City resources, and more all month long.

03/27/2026

💫 Celebrate women, community, & storytelling at Her Stories, Our Somerville! The Somerville Commission for Women is back with their annual Women's History Month event next Tuesday.

Join neighbors and friends for an uplifting event rooted in local heart. Grab your ticket while they last:

SCWevent.eventbrite.com

📣 Join the Somerville Commission for Women at our upcoming event in celebration of Women’s History Month

🎤 Attend this guided storytelling event to celebrate women and create community among our neighbors

🎟️ SCWevent.eventbrite.com

03/20/2026

🎉 We’re excited to announce Her Stories, Our Somerville — a special event celebrating the voices, experiences, and narratives of women in our community! Join us for powerful storytelling, connection, and an evening of inspiration. 💫

RSVP by March 24 at SCWevent.eventbrite.com