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Massachusetts allocates nearly $2M to organizations helping immigrants and refugees
State officials say the funds will help meet the needs of nearly 800 recently arrived refugee and immigrant families. -
In-state tuition for undocumented students gains momentum on Beacon Hill
The idea has been around for decades, and other states have already embraced it. -
‘A perfect storm’: Haitian refugees flow into an overburdened shelter system
A housing crisis, coupled with a spike in refugee arrivals, has pushed government safety nets over the brink. -
Inside the effort to find housing for Haitian migrants at Boston Medical Center
We cannot turn our back to all those who are fleeing," said Dr. Geralde Gabeau. -
A year since the war started, Ukrainians in Massachusetts now wait to see how long they can stay
Migrants have faced a warm welcome but major challenges, like housing and education. -
Boston escalates efforts to help migrants with housing, services following Biden announcement
City hopes state legislature boosts shelter aid. -
A new program lets private citizens sponsor refugees in the U.S.
WASHINGTON — Everyday Americans will be able to help refugees adjust to life in the U.S. in a program being launched by the State Department as a way to… -
Most domestic workers in Massachusetts don’t know there's a law protecting them
Report on 2014 legislation shows most domestic workers don't get basic rights — and employers aren't trying to comply. -
New report exposes dramatic shortfall of visas for victims of trafficking
Fewer than half the visas available for for trafficking victims have been granted since 2000. -
In absence of legislative action, Baker administration acts on shelter crisis
The Baker administration "just can't wait" for lawmakers to take up a spending bill and will instead tap into already-available funds.