Sign in

Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition

@miracoalition.bsky.social
121 followers 18 following 333 posts

MIRA is New England's largest coalition advocating for the rights and integration of immigrants and refugees. ➡️ www.miracoalition.org

PostsRepliesMedia
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 11h
ICE Officers Say They Were Told To Stop Arresting Non-Criminals "Several ICE officers expressed frustration with the seemingly sudden change, and one suggested it may be an attempt to gain public favor before the midterms." ow.ly/T6Wy50ZTYMk
ow.ly
EXCLUSIVE: ICE Officers Say They Were Told To Stop Arresting Non-Criminals
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers across the country were told this weekend to cease arrests of all non-criminals, agency sources tell The Daily Wire.Federal immigration agents may only arrest illegal immigrants with criminal convictions or charges for the time being, said the sources, who spoke with The Daily Wire on the condition of anonymity. Those who have final deportation orders but lack criminal convictions or charges will not be arrested, they said.The change also reportedly ends so-called “collateral arrests,” sources said, meaning officers who find a criminal...
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 21h
🚨 Policy Updates as of October 1, 2026 New restrictions on immigrant eligibility for MassHealth begin to take effect today, October 1. ✨ Graphics in English, Portuguese, Haitian Creole & Spanish
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 21h
"Roughly 15,000 documented immigrants in New England will lose full Medicaid coverage on Thursday, the most recent in a series of deep purges mandated by Congress’s Big, Beautiful Bill." ow.ly/7ujg50ZTYOW
ow.ly
These New England immigrants arrived legally. Now, thousands will lose Medicaid benefits. - The Boston Globe
In Massachusetts alone, 7,300 people are expected to lose access to full Medicaid coverage Thursday.
011
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Read more from The New Bedford Light ⤵️ newbedfordlight.org/majority-of-det…
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Did you know that October 1st is International Coffee Day?! Support some local immigrant-owned cafe shops in Massachusetts ☕️ Tell us your favorite coffee cafes in the comments!
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Happy International Coffee Day! Watch our video to learn about the brief history of coffee production in Brazil & how our staff member Diane brews coffee 🎥 ow.ly/QQsz50ZTAhS Find a list of some local immigrant-owned cafe shops in MA ➡️ ow.ly/aaOS50ZTAhT
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Learn more about Employment-Based Sponsorship! Employment-based sponsorship is a process that allows US employers to hire foreign-born workers by sponsoring them for green cards. 📆 Thursday, October 8, 2026 ⏰ 6pm - 7pm EST ➡️ Use the QR code or visit www.boston.gov/immigrants
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Our look is new, but our commitment hasn't changed. We're immigrant and refugee centered, member driven, and stronger for every voice in this coalition. 🎥 youtu.be/JS_hHZov2ak Check out our new website ➡️ www.miracoalition.org
011
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
"In a statement Friday, the White House said President Donald Trump canceled the program that sent $300,000 to the Massachusetts Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Coalition, calling the money’s use harmful to American citizens and wasteful." Read more ⤵️ ow.ly/yN8K50ZSPoz
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Join us for a conversation on the PROTECT Act’s new protections for immigrant communities in schools, childcare centers, and health care settings, as well as protections for victims of crime and trafficking. Register below ➡️ bit.ly/PROTECTActMIRAwebinar2
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
📣 I.C.E. Detention Guide (English): resources if someone you know has been detained Find the full pdf on our website. Also available in Spanish, Portuguese & Haitian Creole. ➡️ docs.google.com/document/d/1hN4cL2u…
020
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In response to the announcement made by the Trump administration eliminating $1 billion in immigrant services, of which the MIRA Coalition previously received $300,000, our Executive Director Liz Sweet issued the following statement.
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
MIRA was honored to join our community members at the Lynn regional meeting last week, hosted by by New Americans Association of Massachusetts❤️
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Join MIRA at the Downtown Framingham Adult Resource Fair! 📆 Tuesday, September 29, 2026 ⏰ 10:30am - 1:30pm Connect with health and social services, including: • Hygiene products • Voter registration • Health insurance enrollment and more!
020
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
📣Upcoming Webinar Immigration Court Observation in Massachusetts: Data Collection for Systemic Change 📆 Tuesday, September 29, 2026 ⏰ 3pm EST Come learn how you can contribute to immigration court observation efforts in Massachusetts! Register below ow.ly/UVgl50ZOnvU
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Voter Registration last week at the Long Fellow House in Cambridge. 70 new citizens from 30 different countries became citizens ❤️❤️ Learn more about our Citizenship services on our website www.miracoalition.org/citizenship
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Voter Registration drive last week in Lowell, in partnership with Lowell Alliance. 🚨 Voter Registration Deadline: October 24, 2026 Find more details for Massachusetts voters below ⤵️ ow.ly/khII50ZPMi1
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Beginning September 15, people held at ICE detention centers who are subject to final orders of removal will no longer be listed in the Online Detainee Locator System. Read more live-americanimmigrationcouncilorg.…
live-americanimmigrationcouncilorg.pantheonsite.io
ICE Begins Electronically 'Disappearing' People in Custody: What You Need to Know - American Immigration Council
People held in ICE detention who are subject to final orders of removal will no longer be listed in the Online Detainee Locator System.
012
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Join MIRA at Museum of Science for a day-long celebration honoring the histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic communities. 📆 Saturday, September 26, 2026 ⏰ 10am - 4pm 📍 Museum of Science - 1 Science Pk, Boston, MA 02114 ✨FREE Admission✨ Scan the QR code to reserve tickets!
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
At least 2 dozen immigrants detained in ICE arrest wave across New Bedford, Dartmouth and Fall River Read more ow.ly/VXI250ZR7U4
ow.ly
At least 2 dozen immigrants detained in ICE arrest wave across New Bedford, Dartmouth and Fall River
Gov. Maura Healey said Tuesday that she's demanding answers after the arrests in southeastern Massachusetts.
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🚨ACTION NEEDED NOW: Support our Nepalis Community 🇳🇵! The scale of the devastating flood of August 26 in Nepal is extraordinary. We are calling on the U.S. Government to designate Nepal for TPS! 📣 Call Congress through this link: www.utpsn.org/call-congress
022
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
MIRA is excited to be presenting at #AViewfromAllSides on October 21-22! Looking forward to sharing ideas and connecting with professionals from across the family support field. Learn more about the conference ➡️ childrenstrustma.org/view
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the JFK Library for our Citizenship clinic, in partnership with AILA! We were grateful for all of our volunteers and staff members for their support and American Immigration Lawyers Association for all the work they do in our immigrant community ❤️
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
📣 MIRA is hiring! The Accounting Coordinator supports financial operations by ensuring coordination between program(s) and finance. This is a ✨part time role✨, reporting to the Senior Director of Finance and Administration. Apply on our website ➡️ bit.ly/WorkatMIRA
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Women Writing the Conflict Zone: a Poetry Reading Her Story Is 🗓️ Sep 24 @ 6-7pm 📍 Virtual Tiered tuition available fawc.org/fawc-online/women-writing-…
011
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Last week, MIRA held a voter registration at the Moakley Courthouse and there were 97 new U.S. citizens from 26 countries! Congratulations to our new citizens and thank you to our volunteers for all of their support ❤️
030
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
📣Upcoming Webinar Immigration Court Observation in Massachusetts: Data Collection for Systemic Change 📆 Tuesday, September 29, 2026 ⏰ 3pm EST Come learn how you can contribute to immigration court observation efforts in Massachusetts! Register below ow.ly/UVgl50ZOnvU
053
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Join the Boston Teachers Union's 'Back-to-School' Fair! 📆 Sunday, September 20, 2026 ⏰ 10am - 2pm 📍 Boston Teachers Union, 180 Mt. Vernon Street, Dorchester, MA 02125
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Sign up for FREE Citizenship application assistance! 📍Boston, MA 🗓️ Saturday, September 19th ⏰ Appointments offered at 10:00 AM and 11 :30 AM Registration required, call or email: 617-350-5480 ext. 200 citizenship@miracoalition.org More info: bit.ly/MIRAcitizenshiphelp
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Join MIRA at the MetroWest Housing Coalition for a community conversation about regional housing challenges and how we can work together toward change. 📆 Saturday, September 19, 2026 ⏰ 1pm - 3pm 📍160 Hollis Street Framingham, MA
021
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Happy National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month! Did you know that Latinos make up roughly 14.5% of the total population in Massachusetts, totaling over 1 million residents? MIRA greatly appreciates the courage, brilliance & great contributions of Hispanic/Latino immigrants in our community ❤️
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
MIRA had so much fun at the Massó con Salsa in Downtown Crossing this past Saturday🎉 Downtown Crossing was filled with music and people dancing in the streets. It was a beautiful event celebrating and recognizing Latino culture❤️❤️❤️ Mayor Wu also declared September 12th as “El Gran Combo Day”!
030
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
📣 Upcoming Webinar Back to School: Know Your Rights for K-12 Schools & Educators 📆 Monday, September 28 @ 03:30 PM We will review: Basic Know Your Rights info & guidance for K-12 schools, the PROTECT Act & more Register FREE ➡️ www.miracoalition.org/know-your-rights-trainings (✨link in bio✨)
021
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
MIRA is proud to premiere our new LOGO, designed by Any and Every Design! This new logo is inspired by MIRA's values and our beautiful & diverse immigrant population ❤️ More details about the design journey coming soon! Tell us your thoughts below in the comment section 😊
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Congratulations to MIRA's Director of Advocacy, Gil Calderin for being one of the 2026 #ALX100 honorees 🎉 ALX100 celebrates 100 influential Latino and Hispanic leaders across Massachusetts each year ❤️ Read the full list in the Boston Globe Media and at ALX100.com
000
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Immigration Court Protest 📆 Wednesday Sept. 16 📍Boston City Hall Plaza ⏰ 12pm - 3pm Join immigration law professionals and community members at Boston City Hall Plaza Wednesday to advocate for fair hearings, due process and fair employment standards! Register ow.ly/4lQo50ZMpAl
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🗓️ Wednesday Sept 16 @ 6pm 📍 Commonwealth Salon, BPL Copley ➡️ Registration required: bit.ly/HSI-9-16 🎵 Live music: Layan Hallawi I DRAG MY SORROW BY HIS COLLAR by Iraqi poet Hanaa Ahmed Jabr Launch of SONGS FOR FAIRUZ: 10 book series feat poetry translated into English by Arab women writers
010
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Know Your Rights: Citizens for Juvenile Justice Citizens for Juvenile Justice has created a 'Know Your Rights' handout that helps answer your voting questions. Check it out and learn more at ➡️ cfjj.org/2026-voter-guides
012
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Voting is one of the most important ways we can make our voices heard and help shape the future of our communities. Learn more about Voting Rights 🇺🇸
020
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Everyone deserves access to mental health support - especially during difficult moments. Check out this Youth Mental Health Resources pamphlet from Boston Public Health Commission and Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement - Boston. Find more resources for Youth ⤵️ ow.ly/AX5x50ZLwZT
011
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Join MIRA at the Embrace Massó ¡Con Salsa! Ritmo y Sonido Block Party! A free outdoor celebration bringing together live music, dance, food, and community ❤️ 🗓️ Saturday, September 12, 2026 ⏰ 3 PM – 7 PM, 📍Summer St. Plaza, Downtown Crossing, Boston, MA
045
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Join MIRA, the ACLU of MA, and Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) for a conversation on the PROTECT Act’s new protections involving ICE, local law enforcement, and Massachusetts courthouses. 🎥 Streaming on MIRA's Instagram, YouTube and Facebook channel
021
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Policy Updates as of September 10, 2026 🇸🇻 Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections are still in effect for TPS holders from El Salvador | Las protecciones del Estatus de Protección Temporal (TPS) siguen vigentes para los beneficiarios de El Salvador. ow.ly/Grkj50ZM7Cp
043
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
🇸🇻 🚨🇸🇻 "An announcement on El Salvador’s TPS will be made at the appropriate time. Until such announcement is made, Salvadoran individuals present in the U.S. under TPS retain protection including work authorization." Read more ➡️ www.uscis.gov/humanitarian/temporar…
031
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
New resource for students & educators! Español & English: bit.ly/MIRAyouthtoolkit Know Your Rights resources mental health resources immigration terminology how to get involved as an immigrant advocate financial aid information for immigrant students #knowyourrights #backtoschool #MIRAYouthToolkit
032
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Thank you WCVB Cityline5 for featuring MIRA's Director of Advocacy, Gil Calderin to discuss the impact of immigration enforcement on students, how the PROTECT Act can offer some student protections and 'know your rights' resources for students and their families. ow.ly/wTrk50ZL68O
031
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
📣 Upcoming Live Virtual Panel The PROTECT Act: ICE, Law Enforcement & the Courts 📆 Thursday, Sept. 10 @ 1PM ➡️ bit.ly/PROTECTActMIRAwebinar1
021
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
From September 10 to 19, join MOIA's Welcoming Week 2026 events across Boston that bring neighbors together through culture, connection, wellness, and community. View the full schedule and register for events at www.boston.gov/welcoming.
021
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
With support from the City of Boston’s 2026 Digital Equity Fund, No Worker Left Behind (NWLB) is launching a FREE Digital Skills & Technology Training program for Boston adults, with our next cohort beginning Monday, September 14, 2026. Apply below ⤵️ ow.ly/qm8L50ZJu5z
011
Massachusetts Immigrant & Refugee Advocacy (MIRA) Coalition @miracoalition.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Thank you Senator Ed Markey and Rep. Nydia Velázquez for introducing the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution which overturns the Trump administration’s policy that bans green card holders from accessing essential Small Business Administration (SBA) loans to start and grow their businesses.
021